Al Nassr vs Al Hilal prediction 17.05.2024

• Competition: Saudi Professional League
• Date: Friday, 17th May 2024
• Kickoff: 19:00 UTC +1 / 20:00 CEST
• Venue: King Saud University Stadium (Riyadh)

Cristiano Ronaldo is still without a title in Saudi Arabian or Asian football. Al Nassr entered the season with high hopes of clinching either the national league title or the AFC Champions League. However, their aspirations for these major honors have been dashed, leaving only the national cup as a potential avenue for silverware. Their next challenge in this competition comes against Al Hilal later this month. 

Despite losing chances to lift any of two major trophies, Al Nassr are doing great lately, with five wins in a row in all competitions. In the previous game, Luis Castro's team won 3-2 on the road against Al Akhdoud. Throughout the match, Al Nassr showcased their dominance, dictating play for the majority of the game. However, a lapse in concentration allowed the home side to momentarily equalize during the second half. Fortunately, midfielder Marcelo Brozovic stepped up late in the game, sealing the victory with a crucial goal.

Al Hilal is, by far, the best Saudi Arabian team this season. They will welcome the 32nd round of the season with an amazing 29-2-0 record in the national league. Al Hilal is also on a great run, having won the previous six games in all competitions. In the previous match, Al Hilal won 4-1 at home against Al Hazem. Once again, Jorge Jesus' team showed that most teams in the Saudi Arabian league don't have any real chances against them. 

Al Nassr vs Al Hilal pick: Over 3.5 goals

Al Nassr have a great attack lately. They scored 16 goals in the last five matches. On the other hand, Al Hilal scored 16 goals in the previous six games. We should see at least four goals on Friday between these two teams.