Fri Jan 31 16:00:00 UTC 2025: ## Al-Hilal Aim to Bounce Back Against Al-Akhdoud in Saudi Pro League Clash

**Riyadh, Saudi Arabia –** Defending Saudi Pro League champions Al-Hilal look to regain their winning form tonight when they host Al-Akhdoud at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh. The match, kicking off at 8:45 PM IST, comes after a surprising defeat to Al-Qadisiyah in their last outing, leaving them locked in a tight title race with Al-Ittihad.

Al-Hilal will be without injured striker Aleksandr Mitrovic, putting pressure on Leonardo and Malcom to deliver in the final third. Midfielders Ruben Neves and Sergej Milinkovic-Savic will be key to controlling the tempo. The game also marks the latest chapter in the ongoing saga of Neymar, who recently left the club by mutual agreement to rejoin Santos in Brazil.

Al-Akhdoud, currently 13th in the league, will rely on the defensive prowess of Naif Asiri to contain Al-Hilal’s potent attack. Midfielders Sebastian Pedroza and Petros will be tasked with dictating play, while Christian Bassogog leads the line for the visitors.

The match will be broadcast live on Sony Sports Ten 5 and streamed on SonyLIV in India. While Al-Hilal are expected to dominate at home, Al-Akhdoud will be hoping for an upset.

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