Does Malcom play today? Where to watch Al-Fayha vs Al-Hilal live in the Saudi Pro League By Janderson Luiz
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Al-Fayha faces Al-Hilal this Thursday, May 21st, at 3pm (Brasília time). The game takes place on Al Majma’ah Sport City Stadium, on Al Majma’ah. Al-Hilal, vice-leader, is looking for victory to put pressure on the top of the table. Al-Fayha tries to score points at home to consolidate its intermediate position.
Malcom appears as a key player in Al-Hilal’s attack. The Brazilian is going through a good phase this season and should start among the starters.
Al-Hilal presses title with Malcom as reference
Al-Hilal has 81 points in 33 games, with 24 wins and nine draws. The team scored 84 goals and conceded 27. Simone Inzaghi’s team needs to win to continue fighting for the lead.
Malcom plays as a right winger and contributes both goals and assists. In the 2025/26 season, the Brazilian recorded seven goals and ten assists in Saudi Pro League. Sua speed and dribbling skill create constant chances for the attack.
- Malcom leads in submissions and assists in the offensive sector
- Marcos Leonardo forms a dynamic duo with the Brazilian
- Salem Al-Dawsari and Theo Hernández explore the sides in support
Simone Inzaghi relies on the 4-4-2 scheme. Outros highlights include Rúben Neves in the middle and Sergej Milinković-Savić. The coach must preserve the base to seek the three points away from home.
Al-Fayha seeks to surprise at home
Al-Fayha occupies tenth place with 38 points. The team records ten wins, eight draws and 15 defeats. A good performance against the vice-leader can bring morale to the end of the season.
Nos last games, Al-Fayha alternated results. The team beat Al-Riyadh, lost to Al-Qadsiyah and drew with Al-Kholood. Jason and Abdullah Radif are the main options in the attack. Coach Pedro Emanuel must mount a solid defense to contain the power of Al-Hilal.
Chris Smalling leads the defense. Orlando Mosquera continues as goalkeeper. The midfield with Alfa Semedo and Yassine Benzia tries to limit spaces.
Prováveis lineups for the clash
Al-Fayha (5-3-2):Orlando Mosquera; Sabri Dahal, Mohammed Al-Baqawi, Chris Smalling, Mukhair Al-Rashidi, Ahmed Bamsaud; Alfa Semedo, Rakan Kaabi, Yassine Benzia; Abdullah Radif, Jason.
Al-Hilal (4-4-2):Yassine Bounou; Mohammed Al-Harbi, Rúben Neves, Hassan Al-Tambakti, Theo Hernández; Saud Mandash, Sergej Milinković-Savić, Mohamed Kanno, Salem Al-Dawsari; Malcom, Marcos Leonardo.
The formations follow recent trends. Al-Hilal must explore speed on the flanks with Malcom. Al-Fayha focuses on compact marking.
Recent Histórico reinforces Al-Hilal’s favoritism
Al-Hilal has won the last six duels against Al-Fayha, including 4-1 in the first round. Mesmo therefore, the visiting team respects the opponent and counts on Malcom’s moment to define the game.
Onde watch live
The Al-Fayha x Al-Hilal match is broadcast live on DAZN on Brasil. Plataformas as GOAT on YouTube offers real-time updates and highlights. Verifique availability in your region.
Stadium Detalhes and game conditions
The Al Majma’ah Sport City Stadium has capacity for around 34 thousand fans. The lawn is in good condition. The weather forecast indicates temperatures between 38°C and 40°C, clear skies and moderate winds at departure time.
The referee has not yet been officially defined. Al-Hilal plays close to the table. Al-Fayha defends its position with the support of the local fans.
