Football Result
Ivan Toney 27'
Feras Al-Brikan 90'+7'
Verification of the Result Prediction
Power Comparison in the League
Game Stats
Team Formations
Estimated Goal Scoring Chance
H2H Record before the game
Al Hilal
Draws
Al Ahli
In a stunning upset in the AFC Champions League Elite Semifinals, Al Ahli triumphed over Al Hilal with a score of 3-1 at Al Inma Bank Stadium. The game, played on April 29, 2025, saw Al Ahli take an early lead with goals from Roberto Firmino in the 9th minute and Ivan Toney in the 27th minute. Al Hilal responded with a goal from Salem Al-Dawsari in the 42nd minute, offering a glimmer of hope before halftime. However, their comeback was significantly hampered by a red card issued to Kalidou Koulibaly in the 59th minute. Al Ahli capitalized on their numerical advantage, with Feras Al-Brikan sealing the victory with a goal in the 97th minute.
The match statistics highlight Al Ahli's dominance in attack, with 21 total shots compared to Al Hilal's meager 4. Al Ahli also landed 6 shots on target, forcing Al Hilal's goalkeeper into 3 saves. Al Hilal, despite having more possession (53.9%), struggled to create meaningful chances. The game was also marked by a high foul count, with Al Hilal committing 21 fouls and receiving 5 yellow cards, indicating a more aggressive, and ultimately undisciplined, approach.
The AI prediction favored Al Hilal to win, with a 49.5% probability, while giving Al Ahli only a 23.5% chance. This prediction proved inaccurate, showcasing the unpredictability of football, particularly in high-stakes matches.
Al Hilal's recent form has been mixed, with a dominant win against Gwangju FC in the AFC Champions League followed by draws and a loss to Al Nassr in the Saudi Pro League. Al Ahli, on the other hand, has been in excellent form, winning most of their recent matches, including a victory against Buriram United in the AFC Champions League and several wins in the Saudi Pro League.
Looking ahead, Al Hilal will face Al Raed in the Saudi Pro League on May 7th. Considering Al Raed's recent struggles, with multiple losses, Al Hilal will be aiming to bounce back from this defeat. However, Al Hilal need to improve their discipline, after Koulibaly's expulsion. Al Ahli will also be playing on May 7th, against Al Taawoun in the Saudi Pro League. Al Ahli will be looking to extend their winning streak. Given Al Taawoun's recent form has been inconsistent, Al Ahli will be confident of securing another victory.
Considering previous encounters, Al Ahli lost to Al Hilal on February 28, 2025 in the Saudi Pro League by a score of 2-3. As for Al Hilal's encounter against Al Raed, Al Hilal won on December 7, 2024 in the Saudi Pro League with a score of 3-2.
This game marks a significant victory for Al Ahli in their AFC Champions League campaign, while raising concerns about Al Hilal's form and discipline as they navigate through crucial matches in both the AFC Champions League and the Saudi Pro League.
On April 29, 2025, Al Hilal will face Al Ahli at Al Inma Bank Stadium in Jeddah for an AFC Champions League match. AI predicts a win for Al Hilal, assigning them a 49.5% win probability compared to Al Ahli's 23.5%. The draw probability stands at 26.9%. Al Hilal, boasting a team rate of 0.638, will rely on their key players to secure the victory. Their recent form shows a dominant 7-0 victory against Gwangju FC in the AFC Champions League, highlighting their attacking prowess. However, draws against Al Shabab and Al Ettifaq indicate areas for improvement. Al Ahli, with a team rate of 0.537, enters the match on the back of strong wins in the Saudi Pro League. Their last head-to-head game ended 2-3 in favor of Al Ahli, so Al Hilal will be eager to turn the tables. The AI's prediction factors in these historical results and current form.