Al Taawon vs Al-Hilal Saudi FC
Al-Hilal Saudi FC steamroll Al Taawon
A dominant display sees Al-Hilal Saudi FC rack up six without reply.
Al-Hilal Saudi FC delivered a comprehensive thrashing of Al Taawon, cruising to a 6-0 victory in the Pro League. Gabriel Martinelli was the star of the show with a hat-trick spanning both halves, supported by O. Watkins' brace and a late goal from Sultan Mandash. Fipster's prediction of an away win was spot on, though the margin of victory far exceeded expectations.
Outcome probability
As the Saudi Pro League season progresses, Al Taawon face a tough test against Al-Hilal Saudi FC. Both teams have contrasting fortunes so far, setting the stage for an intriguing encounter.
Match factors
Al-Hilal’s superior scoring form
Al-Hilal averages 2.8 goals per game vs Al Taawon’s 0.5, indicating offensive dominance
Milinković-Savić’s midfield scoring threat
Milinković-Savić’s 4 goals in 6 games and strong away form pose a key threat to Al Taawon’s defense
Al Taawon’s struggles to score at home
Al Taawon has failed to score in 3 home games and averages 0 goals at home, limiting their attacking threat
Rúben Neves’ dual threat as scorer and assister
Neves contributes both goals (3) and assists (2), enhancing Al-Hilal’s midfield creativity and scoring options
Petkov’s assist potential for Al Taawon
Petkov leads Al Taawon’s assists with 1 in 6 games, providing key chances from defense
The context
Al Taawon sit 14th in the league with just 3 points from 6 games, struggling to find the net at home. Meanwhile, Al-Hilal Saudi FC are in fine fettle, placed 3rd with 15 points and a healthy +12 goal difference. Historically, Al-Hilal have dominated this fixture, winning 14 of their 20 meetings against Al Taawon.
Key insights
Sergej Milinković-Savić
Al-Hilal Saudi FC
Milinković-Savić’s 4 goals in 6 games and strong away scoring rate make him a key threat to Al Taawon’s defence.
Pro League 26/274 goals in 6 appearances, 1.0 goals/game away
Abderrazzaq Hamed Allah
Al Taawon
Hamed Allah is Al Taawon’s top scorer with 2 goals, showing better form away from home but limited impact at home.
Pro League 26/272 goals in 5 appearances, 0.4 goals/game
Rúben Neves
Al-Hilal Saudi FC
Neves contributes both goals and assists, enhancing Al-Hilal’s midfield creativity and scoring options.
Pro League 26/273 goals and 2 assists in 6 appearances
Marin Plamenov Petkov
Al Taawon
Petkov leads Al Taawon’s assists from defence, providing key chances despite the team’s struggles.
Pro League 26/271 assist in 6 appearances
Analysis
Al-Hilal's offensive prowess is led by Sergej Milinković-Savić, who boasts 4 goals in 6 games and an impressive away scoring record of 1 goal per game. Rúben Neves adds creativity and goals from midfield, contributing 3 goals and 2 assists this season. Al Taawon, on the other hand, have struggled to score at home, with their top scorer Abderrazzaq Hamed Allah netting just twice in 5 appearances. Defensively, Al-Hilal's superior goal difference and form suggest they will keep Al Taawon at bay.
Key facts
- 1.Al-Hilal Saudi FC have won 14 of 20 meetings against Al Taawon.
- 2.Al-Hilal rank 3rd with 15 points from 6 games; Al Taawon are 14th with 3 points.
- 3.Al-Hilal have a +12 goal difference compared to Al Taawon's -3.
- 4.Sergej Milinković-Savić leads Al-Hilal with 4 goals in 6 games.
- 5.Al Taawon have failed to score in 3 home games this season.
- 6.Rúben Neves has contributed 3 goals and 2 assists for Al-Hilal.
- 7.Al-Hilal have won 5 of their 6 league games this season.
Prediction
The prediction is a narrow 1-0 victory for Al-Hilal Saudi FC, with the halftime score also expected to be 0-1. The match is likely to be competitive but controlled, with an estimated total of 4 cards reflecting a moderately physical contest.
Player Insights
Standout players Fipster expects to impact the match — curated highlights, not full squad lists
Home — Al Taawon
Away — Al-Hilal Saudi FC
The verdict
Al-Hilal's combination of attacking talent and solid defence should see them edge out Al Taawon in this fixture. While Al Taawon will look to disrupt their opponents, the gulf in form and quality points to a slim away win.
Team Comparison
Season shape — attack, defence, form, clean sheets & win rate
Home vs Away comparison
Goal difference in each of the last few fixtures — above the line is a net win, below is a net loss
Season comparison
Goals scored & conceded, goal difference and clean sheets across the season
Halftime Performance
What each side does once the whistle goes for half time
Streaks
Recent-form runs — each side’s most-recent game meets in the middle
Head to Head
Watkins
Assist: Rúben Neves
Gabriel Martinelli
Mohammed Mater Mohsin Mahzari
Yellow Card
Mohammed Bassam Al Hurayji
Ibrahim Mahnashi
Yellow Card
Gabriel Martinelli
Assist: Watkins
Gabriel Martinelli
Assist: Summerville
Watkins
Gabriel Martinelli
Mohammed Mater Mohsin Mahzari
El Bahraoui
Mohammed Al Kuwaykibi
Dorley
Ibrahim Mahnashi
Koulibaly
Hassan Tambakti
Sultan Mandash
Assist: Watkins
Rúben Neves
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Al-Hilal Saudi FC | 7 | 6 | 0 | 1 | +18 | 18 |
| 2 |  Al-Ittihad FC | 7 | 5 | 2 | 0 | +6 | 17 |
| 16 |  Al-Faisaly FC | 7 | 0 | 3 | 4 | -8 | 3 |
| 17 |  Al Taawon | 7 | 0 | 3 | 4 | -9 | 3 |
| 18 |  Abha | 7 | 0 | 2 | 5 | -8 | 2 |
Match Statistics
Al Taawon
5-4-1Starting XI
- 1MailsonG
- 5Z. BelaïdD
- 6Mohammed Bassam Al HurayjiD
- 7Mohammed Al KuwaykibiM
- 8P. GuiagonM
- 18A. El MahdiouiM
- 19O. DorleyM
- 40Ibrahim MahnashiD
- 47Y. El BahraouiF
- 88M. PetkovD
- 93Awn Al SaluliD
Substitutes
- 4Nasser Al HaleelD
- 10N. BajramiM
- 14Saif RashadF
- 16Faris Al GhamdiM
- 17Mohammed Al AqelF
- 23Rakan Al TulayhiM
- 30Abdullah Al JadaniG
- 43Nawaf Mazen Al HawairyD
- 70A. HendiM
Al-Hilal Saudi FC
4-3-3Starting XI
- 2Mohammed Mater Mohsin MahzariD
- 3K. KoulibalyD
- 7Gabriel MartinelliF
- 8Rúben NevesM
- 11O. WatkinsF
- 22S. Milinković-SavićM
- 24Moteb Al HarbiD
- 28Mohamed KannoM
- 37Y. BounouG
- 38C. SummervilleF
- 87Hassan TambaktiD
Substitutes
- 4Yusuf AkçiçekD
- 6Nasser Al DawsariM
- 18Murad Al HawsawiM
- 27Sultan MandashF
- 33Mohammed Al OwaisG
- 77Nawaf Al HabashiM
- 93Abdullah Al AnaziM
- 96Suhayb Al ZaidM
Al Taawon
| Player | Pos | Min | Rating | G | A | Shots | SoT | Key Passes | Dribbles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saif Rashad | F | 55 | 7.0 | — | — | 4 | 1 | 1 | 3/4 |
| A. El Mahdioui | M | 90 | 6.9 | — | — | — | — | — | 0/1 |
| Mohammed Al Aqel | F | 31 | 6.8 | — | — | — | — | 2 | — |
| Mailson | G | 90 | 6.8 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Y. El Bahraoui | F | 59 | 6.6 | — | — | 4 | — | — | 1/1 |
| O. Dorley | M | 59 | 6.6 | — | — | — | — | 2 | — |
| P. Guiagon | M | 90 | 6.2 | — | — | 2 | 2 | — | 2/2 |
| A. Hendi | M | 30 | 6.1 | — | — | 1 | 1 | — | 1/3 |
| M. Petkov | D | 90 | 5.9 | — | — | 2 | — | 1 | 2/4 |
| Rakan Al Tulayhi | M | 31 | 5.9 | — | — | — | — | 1 | — |
| Mohammed Al Kuwaykibi | M | 59 | 5.8 | — | — | — | — | 1 | — |
| Z. Belaïd | D | 90 | 5.7 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Awn Al Saluli | D | 90 | 5.6 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Ibrahim Mahnashi | D | 60 | 5.5 | — | — | 1 | — | — | — |
| Nasser Al Haleel | D | 31 | 5.5 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Mohammed Bassam Al Hurayji | D | 35 | 5.4 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Nawaf Mazen Al Hawairy | D | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Abdullah Al Jadani | G | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| N. Bajrami | M | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Faris Al Ghamdi | M | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Al-Hilal Saudi FC
| Player | Pos | Min | Rating | G | A | Shots | SoT | Key Passes | Dribbles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| O. Watkins | F | 90 | 9.7 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 3/6 |
| Gabriel Martinelli | F | 54 | 9.3 | 3 | — | 4 | 4 | — | 1/1 |
| C. Summerville | F | 90 | 8.0 | — | 1 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 2/2 |
| Y. Bounou | G | 90 | 7.9 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Moteb Al Harbi | D | 90 | 7.8 | — | — | 1 | — | 1 | 1/1 |
| Rúben Neves | M | 76 | 7.7 | — | 1 | 1 | — | 2 | 0/1 |
| K. Koulibaly | D | 70 | 7.7 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Mohammed Mater Mohsin Mahzari | D | 54 | 7.5 | — | — | — | — | 3 | 1/1 |
| Hassan Tambakti | D | 70 | 7.5 | — | — | — | — | — | 1/2 |
| Yusuf Akçiçek | D | 36 | 7.4 | — | — | 1 | 1 | — | — |
| Nasser Al Dawsari | M | 20 | 7.3 | — | — | 1 | — | 1 | 1/1 |
| Sultan Mandash | F | 36 | 7.1 | 1 | — | 1 | 1 | — | 1/2 |
| S. Milinković-Savić | M | 90 | 7.0 | — | — | 1 | — | 3 | 2/2 |
| Mohamed Kanno | M | 90 | 7.0 | — | — | 1 | — | — | 2/3 |
| Murad Al Hawsawi | M | 14 | 6.8 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Nawaf Al Habashi | M | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Mohammed Al Owais | G | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Suhayb Al Zaid | M | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Abdullah Al Anazi | M | 0 | 0.0 | — | — | — | — | — | — |