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Rivalry Reignited: Al Ahli Host Al Hilal in Cup Semis
18 Mar
Summary
- Al Ahli and Al Hilal face off in the King's Cup semifinals on Wednesday.
- Al Hilal are record champions with nine trophies; Al Ahli have eight.
- Al Ahli lost their last match, ending a 17-game unbeaten streak.
A highly anticipated King's Cup semifinal match is scheduled for Wednesday, pitting Al Ahli against Al Hilal at King Abdullah Sports City Stadium. Al Hilal, known as Al-Za'eem, hold the record with nine King's Cup titles, one more than their rivals, Al Ahli (Al-Malaki).
Al-Malaki enters this crucial fixture having recently suffered a significant defeat, which ended their impressive 17-game unbeaten streak across all competitions. The team experienced a 3-2 loss in their last Saudi Pro League match, conceding two goals in stoppage time.
Meanwhile, Al-Hilal (Al-Za'eem) are in strong form, having secured their third consecutive league victory with a 1-0 away win. They previously defeated Al Fateh 4-1 in the King's Cup quarterfinals in November, demonstrating their attacking prowess and defensive solidity.
Historically, Al Ahli and Al Hilal have met 153 times, with Al Hilal leading the head-to-head record. However, their two league encounters this season concluded in draws. The prediction leans towards Al Ahli securing a narrow 2-1 victory, building on their strong home record and scoring form.
