Al Hilal to rotate squad for Monday’s 10th‑round clash with Al Hazem
Al Hilal will shuffle its lineup ahead of a Monday match against Al Hazem in the 10th round of the Saudi Pro League, citing a congested schedule before the international break.
Key points
- Al Hilal will rotate the squad for the Monday match against Al Hazem.
- Manager Simone Inzaghi notes six games in 18 days before the November break.
- Winger Salem Al‑Dawsari missed recent games due to a minor injury and is not yet decided on starting status.
- Captain Salem Al‑Dossari is on the bench for the first time since returning from injury.
- Sultan Mandash, Kader Keita and Nawaf Al‑Habashi are training hard for the game.
Al Hilal host Al Hazem on Monday
Al Hilal will face Al Hazem on Monday, 19 Oct 2026, in the 10th round of the Saudi Pro League (Roshan).
Manager Simone Inzaghi said his side will rotate the squad because the club is scheduled to play six matches in 18 days before the November international break.
Al Hazem’s coach has not listed any injuries or suspensions either.
Inzaghi confirmed that winger Salem Al‑Dawsari missed recent games against Al Sadd and Al‑Ittihad due to a minor injury, and a decision on his starting status has not been made.
Captain Salem Al‑Dossari is on the bench for the first time since returning from injury and may be used later in the game.
Inzaghi also highlighted that Sultan Mandash, Kader Keita and Nawaf Al‑Habashi are working hard in training.
Al Hazem’s coach, who has been with the club for a long period, has prepared an organised side; Al Hazem lost their previous match before this encounter.
Your questions, answered
Why is Al Hilal rotating its squad for the match against Al Hazem?
Al Hilal’s manager Simone Inzaghi said the club is scheduled to play six matches in 18 days before the November international break, prompting a squad rotation.
Has Salem Al‑Dawsari been injured?
Yes, Salem Al‑Dawsari missed recent games against Al Sadd and Al‑Ittihad due to a minor injury and his starting status is undecided.
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