It’s been some time since Al-Hilal faced serious competition for the Saudi Pro League crown, but this season, Al-Ittihad is posing a formidable challenge. Currently, Al-Hilal sits second in the standings with 34 points from 13 fixtures, trailing league leaders Al-Ittihad by just two points, who are riding high with five consecutive wins. This evening, Al-Hilal will clash with Al-Orobah, as they aim to ignite a winning streak of their own. Al-Orobah, languishing in 13th place, have encountered a rough patch with four defeats in their last five outings, and they will have to elevate their game to keep pace with the champions.
The highly anticipated match between Al-Orobah and Al-Hilal will be available for streaming on the Sony Liv app starting at 7:15 PM IST. In a recent off-field comment, Daniil Medvedev humorously speculated on the possibility of Lionel Messi coaching Cristiano Ronaldo, especially with Andy Murray preparing Novak Djokovic for the upcoming Australian Open 2025.
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Al-Hilal will be spearheaded in attack by Aleksander Mitrovic, lining up in a 4-2-3-1 formation. Abdullah Al-Hamdan is expected to take on the playmaker role, while the flanks will likely be occupied by the speedy Malcom and Salem Aldawsari. Ruben Neves and Sergej Milinković-Savić will provide the backbone in midfield, both vital components in the setup.
Al-Orobah’s last outing came just before the winter break, resulting in a narrow 0-1 defeat. Emmanuel Boateng is anticipated to lead the line as the solitary striker, supported by a five-man midfield. Former Chelsea star Kurt Zouma is poised to anchor the defense, while Mohammed Al-Qarni and Karlo Muhar aim to provide robust protection for the backline.
-As for the essential details, the Al-Orobah vs Al-Hilal fixture is slated for January 11 as part of the 2024-25 Saudi Pro League season. The match will unfold at the Al Jouf University Sports Stadium, kicking off promptly at 7:15 PM IST.
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In India, the match will be broadcast live by the Sony Sports Network, with fans encouraged to tune in via Sony Sports Ten 2 SD/HD channels. For those opting for an online viewing experience, the live streaming will be accessible through SonyLIV – the official OTT platform for Sony Sports. A subscription is required to watch the action unfold online.
With Al-Hilal’s depth and quality across the pitch, they are favorites to secure a comfortable victory in this clash.
