Fri May 16 18:00:00 UTC 2025: **Al Fateh Battles Relegation as Al-Hilal Chase Fading Title Hopes**

**AL-HASA, Saudi Arabia** – Al Fateh faces a critical Saudi Pro League match against Al-Hilal on Friday, with survival and potential title race implications hanging in the balance.

Currently 13th in the league, Al Fateh is looking to extend their three-match home winning streak to four, a feat they haven’t achieved since 2012, as they fight to avoid relegation. A win could see them climb as high as 10th in the standings.

However, their opponent, second-placed Al-Hilal, arrives hoping to keep their slim title hopes alive. Those hopes could be dashed before kickoff if league leaders Al Ittihad defeat relegated Al Raed on Thursday.

Al Fateh’s recent form at home, including a victory over Al Ittihad, suggests they can challenge Al-Hilal. Key players Mourad Batna and Sofiane Bendebka will be crucial for the home side.

Al-Hilal, despite missing key players like Joao Cancelo and Marcos Leonardo, boasts a formidable attack led by Aleksandar Mitrovic and Salem Al-Dawsari. Al-Dawsari, in particular, has been in excellent form under interim manager Mohammad Al-Shalhoub.

A 9-0 victory in the reverse fixture highlights Al-Hilal’s dominance, but Al Fateh’s desperation for points and strong home record could make this a tight contest. Al-Hilal will still likely overpower Al Fateh and end the home side’s three-match winning streak.

Regardless of the final score, Friday’s match promises high stakes and intense competition as both teams battle for crucial points in their respective league campaigns.

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