Neom SC vs Al Hilal Prediction 18 January 2026
📢 What to expect from the clash between Neom and Al-Hilal in the 16th round of the Pro League? The teams showcase different game strategies. The hosts, currently sitting in ninth place in the standings, are eager to stabilize their performance after a string of disappointing results. Meanwhile, Al-Hilal, who are confidently leading the league, have been in excellent form, defeating all comers. It will be intriguing to see how the coaches approach the upcoming encounter in terms of tactics and lineup.
Head-to-Head
⚠ These teams have never faced each other before.
Head-to-head statistics Neom SC - Al Hilal
Neom SC Team Overview
The team's most recent official match took place on as part of the Professional League tournament (home team - Al Shabab, away team - Neom SC). The match concluded with a scoreline of 3:2.
Here's the game statistics (Neom SC vs Al Shabab):
- ball possession: 58% vs 42%;
- corner kicks: 4 vs 2;
- fouls: 11 vs 13;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 2;
- shots on target: 4 vs 9.
Neom continue to battle for a stronger position in the middle of the standings. The team has shown mixed results in their last five matches, securing two wins and suffering three losses. On average, they score 1.4 goals per match but concede 1.9, highlighting defensive issues and the need to bolster their backline.
Match Results: Neom SC
Al Hilal Riyadh Team Overview
The away team played their last official match on as part of the Professional League tournament (home team - Al Hilal Riyadh, away - Al Nasr Riyadh). The match concluded with a scoreline of 3:1.
Here are the match stats (Al Hilal Riyadh vs Al Nasr Riyadh):
- ball possession: 52% vs 48%;
- corner kicks: 5 vs 4;
- fouls: 7 vs 11;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 2;
- shots on target: 3 vs 1.
Al-Hilal are in peak form with an impressive winning streak. Their attack is incredibly potent, averaging 2.9 goals per match while conceding just 0.8. The team remains unbeaten this season and are strong contenders for the championship, showcasing a high level of play both at home and away.
Match Results: Al Hilal Riyadh
Latest news
Neom SC
Neom face significant personnel issues concerning their goalkeeper position. Marcin Bulka has suffered a torn cruciate ligament and is sidelined for an extended period. His return is expected only by summer. This undoubtedly weakens the team, especially considering he is their first-choice goalkeeper.
Al Hilal Riyadh
Al-Hilal face a different scenario: they have no injured players, but the team will be missing two key figures due to international duty. Kalidou Koulibaly and Yassine Bounou are with their national teams, so they won't be available to assist the club in the upcoming match.
Prediction for the 1st half
First Half Statistics: Neom SC (Home) vs Al Hilal Riyadh (Away)
- Number of matches played in the tournament: 7 vs 6;
- Number of wins: 1 (14.29%) vs 4 (66.67%);
- Number of losses: 2 (28.57%) vs 0 (0%);
- Number of draws: 4 (57.14%) vs 2 (33.33%);
- Average total goals scored: 1.14 vs 1.83;
- Average total goals conceded: 0.71 vs 0.33.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- Number of wins: 1 vs 5;
- Number of losses: 2 vs 1;
- Number of draws: 7 vs 4;
- Average first half total: 1.2 (scored - 0.5, conceded - 0.7) vs 1.5 (scored - 1.1, conceded - 0.4).
- Neom SC have drawn in the 1st half in 6 of last 7 games (Professional League).
Prediction on the outcome
Statistics: Neom SC vs Al Hilal Riyadh
- matches played in the tournament: 14 vs 14;
- wins: 6 vs 12;
- win percentage: 43% vs 86%;
- losses: 6 vs 0;
- draws: 2 vs 2.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 3 vs 10;
- losses: 5 vs 0;
- draws: 2 vs 0.
- Al Hilal Riyadh have won in last 19 games.
- Al Hilal Riyadh have won in last 11 games (Professional League).
- Al Hilal Riyadh have won in last 10 away games.
- Al Hilal Riyadh have won in last 5 away games (Professional League).
Prediction on the over/under
Statistics: Neom SC vs Al Hilal Riyadh
- average total in the tournament: 3.07 vs 3.64;
- average total goals scored: 1.43 vs 2.71;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.64 vs 1.29;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.79 vs 1.43;
- Neom SC: average total at home in the tournament - 1;
- Al Hilal Riyadh: average total away in the tournament - 3.17;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.4 (home - 1) vs 2.9 (away - 2.5).
- Over 2.5 goals scored in 6 of last 7 Al Hilal Riyadh games (Professional League).
Prediction on corners
Neom SC: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4.5; at home field - 5.57;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 4.3; at home field - 5.5.
Al Hilal Riyadh: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 6.86, away - 7.67;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 7.8; away - 9.5.
- Under 11.5 corners in 7 of last 8 Neom SC home games.
- Under 11.5 corners in 6 of last 7 Neom SC home games (Professional League).
- Under 11.5 corners in 9 of last 10 Al Hilal Riyadh away games.
Prediction on BTTS
Statistics: Neom SC vs Al Hilal Riyadh
- number of matches played in the tournament: 14 vs 14;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 11 vs 8;
- number of BTS matches for Neom SC at home - 5 (71%);
- number of BTS matches for Al Hilal Riyadh away - 3 (50%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 9 vs 6;
- BTTS matches for Neom SC at home - 5 (83%);
- BTTS matches for Al Hilal Riyadh away - 2 (50%).
- Neom SC have scored and conceded in 11 of last 12 games.
- Neom SC have scored and conceded in 10 of last 11 games (Professional League).
Correct score prediction
Statistics of frequent results (current season):
- most common score in the tournament: 1:1 (14/126, 11.1%);
- Neom SC at home most often finish matches: 1:3 (3/7, 42.9%);
- Al Hilal Riyadh away most often play: 0:2 (2/6, 33.3%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top 3 outcomes:
1:2 - 9.36% (odds 6.68)
0:2 - 9.32% (odds 6.62)
1:1 - 8.59% (odds 7.09)
Editorial Prediction
Al-Hilal approach the game as clear favorites, backing it up not just with words but with actions-winning nineteen matches in a row, showcasing their immense superiority over opponents. Neom sit mid-table but clearly lack the level and consistency of the leaders. The visitors are expected to control the game from the start, setting a high tempo. Against this backdrop, betting on an Al-Hilal victory appears to be the most logical choice.
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