Al-Hilal faces major problems before their big match against Manchester City. The Saudi team will play the English club during the Round of 16 stage of the FIFA Club World Cup. Four important players might not be able to play for Al-Hilal. This creates serious challenges for the team's coaching staff. The missing players could make it much harder to beat the UEFA Champions League winners.
Salem Al-Dawsari might not play against Manchester City. Alexander Mitrović could also miss the game. Both players are key parts of Al-Hilal's attack. Al-Dawsari helps create scoring chances for his teammates. Mitrović scores the most goals for the Saudi club.
The team's midfield section also has injury concerns. Musab Al-Juwair may not be ready for the match. Abdulilah Al-Malki faces similar fitness questions. Both players control the pace of games for Al-Hilal. They also help set up attacking plays for their team.
These absences would force Al-Hilal to play without their best players. Manchester City will have their full squad available under coach Pep Guardiola. The Saudi team must find new ways to compete without these stars. Media reports suggest the injuries could change Al-Hilal's game plan completely. The Asian champions need these players healthy to have their best chance at victory.
Salem Al-Dawsari might not play against Manchester City. Alexander Mitrović could also miss the game. Both players are key parts of Al-Hilal's attack. Al-Dawsari helps create scoring chances for his teammates. Mitrović scores the most goals for the Saudi club.
The team's midfield section also has injury concerns. Musab Al-Juwair may not be ready for the match. Abdulilah Al-Malki faces similar fitness questions. Both players control the pace of games for Al-Hilal. They also help set up attacking plays for their team.
These absences would force Al-Hilal to play without their best players. Manchester City will have their full squad available under coach Pep Guardiola. The Saudi team must find new ways to compete without these stars. Media reports suggest the injuries could change Al-Hilal's game plan completely. The Asian champions need these players healthy to have their best chance at victory.