Saudi Professional League - Al-Nassr VS Al Hilal Prediction

Saudi Professional League  -  Al-Nassr VS Al Hilal
Match Time:02-11-2024 02:00 Saturday (GMT+8)
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Team Analysis
Al Nassr is seeking to hand Al Hilal their first loss of the season in this highly anticipated Riyadh derby. They are currently third in the league, six points behind the leaders, Al Hilal. Despite being unbeaten in the Premier League, they have had a few close calls, such as their recent 3-3 draw with Al-Kholood. The team rested key players, including Ronaldo, during their King’s Cup loss to Al-Taawoun, focusing on this crucial match.

Al Hilal has been in exceptional form, maintaining an unbeaten streak for 24 games. They have a balanced and strong squad, with notable players like Neymar making a return from injury. Aleksandar Mitrovic has been a standout performer, scoring 10 goals in the league this season. Al Hilal's form is formidable, and they have a history of success against Al Nassr.

Head-to-Head
In their last 39 meetings, Al Hilal has won 59% of the games, with Al Nassr failing to secure a win in their four encounters last season. The August Saudi Super Cup final saw Al Hilal triumph with a 4-1 victory.

Prediction
Given the current form and historical performance, Al Hilal is predicted to win this encounter. The scoreline is expected to be 2-1 in favor of Al Hilal. Both teams have strong defenses, which have led to previous matches being low-scoring. Thus, a total of less than 3.5 goals is anticipated. Al Hilal's offensive prowess, especially with Mitrovic in form, suggests they will score more than 1.5 goals. Additionally, the match is expected to have less than 9.5 corners, based on past averages.

Pick: Under 3.5 goals