Al-Hilal vs Al-Hazem: Saudi Pro League Preview, Form and Prediction

Al-Hilal host Al-Hazem at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh on Monday 19 October, looking to stay in touch with the leaders. Al-Hilal are second in the standings and the visitors are 10th. Al-Hazem are coming off a late defeat and face a tough test. Follow Al-Hilal vs Al-Hazem live on Score808 for the score, lineups and stats.

Al-Hilal vs Al-Hazem: Kick-Off Time and Venue

• Competition: Saudi Pro League 2026/27
• Date: Monday, 19 October 2026
• Kick-off: 21:00 Kenya time (EAT), also 21:00 in Riyadh, 19:00 BST, 18:00 UTC
• Venue: Kingdom Arena, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

League Table Before the Match

Al-Qadsiah lead on 22 points from nine games, so Al-Hilal are a point behind with a game in hand. Al-Nassr are third on 19. A win would put Al-Hilal top of the table, at least until Al-Qadsiah play again.

Al-Hilal: Form and Team News

Al-Hilal have started the season in strong form. Their last five finished matches on Score808:

• Al-Hilal 3-2 Al-Ittihad (10 Oct)
• Al-Taawoun 0-6 Al-Hilal (12 Sep)
• Al-Hilal 0-2 Neom (7 Sep)
• Al-Shabab Seeb 0-2 Al-Hilal (4 Sep)
• Al-Hilal 3-0 Al-Ahli (1 Sep)

Al-Hilal followed their defeat to Neom with four successive wins, most recently beating Al Sadd 2-0 on 13 October. The attack is the strength, as they have scored 26 goals in eight league games, an average of more than three per match. The only league defeat so far was the 2-0 loss to Neom.

There is a busy schedule ahead. After this game, Al-Hilal visit Al-Qadsiah on 23 October, then play Al-Shamal in the AFC Champions League Elite on 27 October. That could lead to some rotation. I found no confirmed injury or suspension news for this game.

Al-Hazem: Form and Team News

Al-Hazem have had a mixed start. Their last five finished matches:

• Al-Hazem 2-3 Al-Fateh (15 Oct)
• Al-Hazem 1-1 Neom (10 Oct)
• Al-Ahli 3-1 Al-Hazem (11 Sep)
• Al-Hazem 1-0 Al-Taawoun (8 Sep)
• Al-Faisaly Amman 0-0 Al-Hazem (5 Sep)

That is one win, two draws and two defeats. The latest result hurt. Al-Hazem will be reeling from that loss to Al-Fateh, having led as late as the 88th minute. They have conceded 13 goals in nine league games and scored 10. I found no confirmed team news for Al-Hazem.

Head-to-Head Record

History is very one-sided. In all competitions, Al-Hilal have won 21 meetings against two for Al-Hazem, and Al-Hilal had not lost to Al-Hazem in their last nine meetings as of last season. Al-Hazem have sometimes surprised bigger sides, but the record suggests a tough night for the visitors.

What to Expect

Al-Hilal will dominate possession and aim to score early, with the home crowd behind them. Al-Hazem's best chance is to stay compact and hit on the break, as they did in leading Al-Fateh until late. If they concede early, the game could get away from them. A rotated Al-Hilal side, with a trip to Al-Qadsiah next, is the main risk for the hosts.

Al-Hilal vs Al-Hazem Prediction

Previews expect a comfortable Al-Hilal win:

• The Stats Zone expects a comfortable Al-Hilal victory and tips Al-Hilal to win with a -1 handicap.
• Soccervital's model predicts a 3-0 Al-Hilal win.
• Betmines describes the match as a home side with a strong scoring record against visitors looking to halt a difficult run.

Our view: Al-Hilal have the better squad, the better record in the fixture and a much stronger attack, and Al-Hazem are low on confidence. A 3-0 Al-Hilal win looks most likely, with Al-Hazem scoring a consolation goal possible. This is a forecast, not a guarantee.

How to Follow Al-Hilal vs Al-Hazem Live

Open the Al-Hilal vs Al-Hazem match page on Score808 for live updates, lineups and stats. You can also visit the Saudi Arabian Pro League hub for the full table and fixtures, and see team pages for Al-Hilal and Al-Hazem. To catch up on recent form, see Al-Hilal vs Al-Ittihad, Al-Taawoun vs Al-Hilal, Al-Hazem vs Al-Fateh and Al-Hazem vs Neom. For more weekend football, read our Valencia vs Athletic Bilbao preview. Check your local broadcaster for the TV channel.

FAQ

What time is Al-Hilal vs Al-Hazem in Kenya?
Kick-off is 21:00 EAT on Monday 19 October 2026, which is 18:00 UTC.

Where is the match being played?
At the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Where do the teams sit in the Saudi Pro League table?
Al-Hilal are 2nd with 21 points from eight games. Al-Hazem are 10th with nine points from nine games.

What is the head-to-head record?
Al-Hilal have won 21 meetings and Al-Hazem two, with Al-Hilal unbeaten in their last nine at the time of last season's previews.

How did Al-Hazem do in their last match?
They lost 3-2 to Al-Fateh after leading late in the game.

Who is favourite to win?
Al-Hilal, by a clear margin.