Tue Jan 21 17:30:00 UTC 2025: ## Al-Hilal Eye Fifth Straight League Win Despite Neymar’s Absence

**Riyadh, Saudi Arabia** – Reigning Saudi Pro League champions Al-Hilal will look to continue their dominant form when they face Al Wahda at the Kingdom Arena on Tuesday. Despite the impending departure of Neymar, who will not be registered for the second half of the season due to injury, Al-Hilal are brimming with confidence after a recent 9-0 thrashing of Al-Fateh. The team, currently tied on points with Al-Ittihad for the league lead, boasts a league-high 48 goals this season, with Marcos Leonardo currently on a five-game scoring streak.

The match marks a crucial encounter for Al-Hilal, who are in the midst of a busy January schedule. A victory would maintain their momentum in the title race against their rivals. Al Wahda, on the other hand, enters the match on a poor run of form, having won just one of their last ten matches. Their struggles are highlighted by their position near the bottom of the table, battling relegation. Key absences for Al Wahda include Yahya Naji and possibly Aleksandar Mitrovic.

Al-Hilal’s attacking prowess, fueled by the prolific Leonardo and a strong supporting cast, is expected to overwhelm Al Wahda’s struggling defense. While Al Wahda goalkeeper Abdullah Al Owayshir will likely start, the team faces a significant challenge stemming from their league-low clean sheet count. Pre-match analysis points to a comfortable victory for the home side.

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