Al-Hilal and Damac will lock horns in a Saudi Pro League match at the Kingdom Arena on Saturday, March 16.
Al-Hilal vs Damac: Betting odds
Here is how bookies rate both teams' chances, according to the odds from our betting partner Megapari:
Al-Hilal - 1.25
Draw - 6.45
Damac - 1.8
Al-Hilal: Current form and team news
Al-Hilal are dominating the Saudi Pro League, sitting comfortably at the top of the table. The team has been unstoppable for the past six months and shows no signs of slowing down. Their next match is against Damac, who were the last team to steal points from the league leaders back in September 2023. Al-Hilal have recently set a new world record for the longest winning streak at club level, with 28 consecutive wins. This is one more than the previous record held by the Welsh club, New Saints.
Damac: Current form and team news
Damac, led by Romanian coach Cosmin Contra, have had a tough start in 2024. They have secured only one point in the first three league games, losing two of them at home. However, in their last game, they managed to snatch victory against Al-Wehda, which helped them get back in the top 6. Unfortunately, their striker Assan Ceesay, who has scored 6 goals in the SPL, has been injured. It's uncertain if he'll be available for the upcoming match against Al-Hilal.
Al-Hilal vs Damac: Facts to know
Al-Hilal have won 16 consecutive matches in the Saudi Pro League.
The Royal Club have won all 8 matches of this calendar year with a difference of two goals. They have won 5 games with a score of 3:1 and 3 matches ended with a score of 2:0.
Damac have won only one of their last five league games, all of which ended with a total under 2.5 goals.
Al Hilal vs Damac: Head-to-head
Al Hilal and Damac have faced each other several times in the past. In the first round of the SPL, Damac held Al-Hilal to a draw (1-1). This was the first time in a while that Al-Hilal failed to beat Damac. Before this, The Royal Club had won three matches in a row against Damac. In general, the overall history of the confrontation looks like this: 5 wins for Al-Hilal, 3 draws, and only one victory for Damac.
Al Hilal vs Damac: Prediction and betting tips
It is unlikely that this match will put an end to Al Hilal's impressive winning streak. However, Damac have the potential to limit Al-Hilal’s attacking power. It is doubtful that they can prevent Al-Hilal from winning, but they can hope that the league leaders will run out of steam and play more relaxed, considering their very busy schedule.
Our betting tip: Goals total under 3.5 (Megapari odds - 1.8)
