Riyadh Rivals Expected to Produce Memorable King Cup Final Showdown

Al Hilal Riyadh vs Al Nassr Riyadh - 31/05/2024

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Following the conclusion of the 2023-24 Saudi Pro League season, all eyes turn towards Friday’s King Cup final between Al-Hilal and Al-Nassr.

Al-Hilal lifted the Pro League trophy on Monday after finishing 16 points clear of second-placed Al-Nassr, who finished 17 points above third-placed Al-Ahli.

Can Jorge Jesus’ side complete a domestic double? Or will Cristiano Ronaldo and co secure the silverware? Keep reading to discover what Forebet’s AI algorithm predicts.

Earlier this week, Al-Hilal finished the Pro League season with a 2-1 victory over Al-Wehda, with former Fulham striker Aleksandar Mitrovic scoring a 92nd-minute winner.

Mitrovic has enjoyed a phenomenal debut season at Al-Hilal, netting 39 goals in 42 appearances, including three goals in four King Cup matches.

Last month, Al-Hilal booked their place in the King Cup final with a 2-1 victory over Al-Ittihad, meaning they head into Friday’s clash on a nine-game unbeaten streak.

Having avoided defeat in the Pro League this season – winning 31 of their 34 games – Al-Hilal will be confident of adding another trophy to their collection.

Meanwhile, Al-Nassr thrashed Al-Ittihad 4-2 on the final day of the Pro League season, with Cristiano Ronaldo bagging a brace in the rout.

Ronaldo has now scored 44 goals in 44 games for Al-Nassr this term, claiming the Pro League Golden Boot after netting 35 goals in 31 appearances.

Earlier this month, Al-Nassr punched their ticket to the King Cup final with a 3-1 victory over Al-Khaleej, meaning they enter the showpiece on an eight-game unbeaten run.

When you look at the bigger picture, Al-Nassr have lost just one of their last 14 matches across all competitions, and that defeat came against Al-Hilal.

Head-to-head: Al-Hilal have avoided defeat in each of their previous seven meetings with Al-Nassr, who have suffered five losses during that period.

Given that six of the past nine meetings have produced over 2.5 goals, Friday’s showdown looks destined to be another high-scoring encounter.

Team news: Al-Hilal will be without Brazilian duo Neymar and Malcom for the final, as the forwards remain sidelined due to injury.

Al-Nassr also have a couple of injury absentees, with Portuguese playmaker Otavio and homegrown forward Mohammed Maran on the treatment table.

Of course, Al-Nassr are expected to rise to the occasion on Friday, but Al-Hilal will back themselves to extend their hot streak and lift the trophy.

Forebet predicts that Al-Hilal and Al-Nassr will combine for over 2.5 goals, with Al-Hilal expected to outscore their rivals on this occasion.

Home team
Away team

Probability %

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Pred

Correct score

Avg. goals

Weather conditions

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Score

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coef.

SaC

Al Hilal Riyadh Al Nassr Riyadh 31/05/2024 20:00

373330

12-1

2 - 1

3.01

41°

1.95

1.95 3.60 3.30 no no no

Pen.

FT

4 - 3

1 - 1(1 - 0)

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