Al Hilal — Al Ahli Prediction, H2H and Probable Lineups — 2 February 2026
On February 2, 2026, in Round 20 of the Saudi Professional League, Al Hilal will host Al Ahli. The match is scheduled to kick off at 18:30 Central European Time. Let’s take a closer look at the potential outcome of this clash.
Al Hilal
Al Hilal approach this match in solid overall shape. The team are enjoying an excellent campaign, even though they have been unable to secure a victory in their last two outings. Most recently, Al Hilal were held to a 2–2 draw away against Al Qadisiyah, following another draw against Al Riyadh in the previous round.
Despite these back-to-back stalemates, Al Hilal’s broader picture remains extremely positive. They are still unbeaten this season and currently sit at the top of the league table with 14 wins and 4 draws. The leaders hold a three-point advantage over second-placed Al Nassr and boast an impressive goal difference, having scored 47 goals while conceding just 18 — one of the strongest attacking records in the league.
Their home performances have been particularly convincing. At their own stadium, Al Hilal have collected 8 wins and 1 draw, scoring 23 goals and allowing only 8 in return. The team have also been highly consistent in continental competition, topping their AFC Champions League group with a perfect record after winning all six of their matches.
That said, recent head-to-head meetings at home against Al Ahli have not gone in Al Hilal’s favour. They have lost their last two home encounters with this opponent, suffering consecutive defeats on their own ground.
Al Ahli
Al Ahli also come into this fixture in strong form. In their most recent outing, they produced a convincing 3–0 victory over Al Ettifaq. Prior to that, Al Ahli recorded an emphatic 3–0 away win against SC Neom, having earlier secured a dominant 4–1 success over Al Khaleej.
In the league standings, Al Ahli currently occupy third place with 43 points, sitting just three points behind leaders Al Hilal. Their league campaign has been marked by impressive consistency, with only one defeat and four draws so far. Notably, that single loss came on the road. In away matches, Al Ahli have picked up six wins, one draw and one defeat.
Beyond domestic competition, Al Ahli are also involved in the AFC Champions League. They presently sit third in the same group as Al Hilal — having collected four wins, one draw and one loss.
As for the head-to-head record, Al Hilal hold the overall edge in recent years. Across the last 10 meetings, Al Hilal have claimed five victories, suffered two defeats and drawn three. However, it is worth highlighting that Al Ahli are unbeaten in the last three encounters between the sides. Matches involving these two teams tend to be open, high-scoring and entertaining.
Probable Lineups
- Al Hilal: Bounou, Hernandez, Al Tambakti, Mari, Al Yami, Al Dawsari, Milinkovic-Savic, Neves, Kanno, Nunez, Malcom
- Al-Ahli: Mendy, Galeno, Ibanez, Hamed, Massa, Atangana, Kessie, Aljohani, Millot, Toney, Mahrez
Key Facts and Head-to-Head
- 5 of Al Hilal’s last 6 matches have seen over 2.5 goals.
- In Al Hilal’s last 5 matches, both teams scored.
- Al Ahli have won in their last 8 matches.
- 4 of Al Ahli’s last 5 matches have seen over 2.5 goals.
- 7 of the last 8 head-to-head meetings have seen over 2.5 goals.
- In the last 10 head-to-head matches, both teams scored.
Al Hilal — Al Ahli Prediction
Both teams come into this match in excellent form and have been producing strong performances throughout the season. Al Hilal currently sit at the top of the league table and remain unbeaten in the championship. The hosts boast one of the most potent attacks in the league, are extremely confident at home, and have also delivered solid results in international competition. Al Ahli are approaching this fixture in equally impressive shape. The visitors are enjoying a strong winning run, and currently occupy third place in the league standings. In addition, Al Ahli have shown good results in recent head-to-head meetings against Al Hilal. Head-to-head encounters between these sides are usually open and entertaining. Both teams have scored in ten consecutive meetings. Taking into account the excellent form of both teams, their attacking efficiency this season, Al Hilal’s confident home performances and motivation to respond after two consecutive draws, as well as Al Ahli’s strong attacking displays in recent games, all signs point toward an open and high-scoring contest with goals from both teams. My bet for this match: Total Over 2.5 goals at odds of 1.5.
