Al Hilal to rotate squad for Monday’s Saudi Pro League clash with Al Hazem
Al Hilal will rotate players for their 10th‑round match against Al Hazem on Oct. 19 as they face six games in 18 days before the international break.
Key points
- Al Hilal host Al Hazem on Oct. 19 at 19:00 in the Saudi Pro League.
- Manager Simone Inzaghi plans to rotate the squad due to a congested schedule.
- Winger Salem Al‑Dawsari missed recent games with a minor injury; his status is undecided.
- Serbian defender Sergej Savić is named in the starting XI alongside Mohamed Kanno and Rúben Neves.
- Al Hilal have won four of their last five matches, with a recent 0‑2 loss to Neom SC.
Al Hilal host Al Hazem on Monday
Al Hilal will face Al Hazem on Monday, 19 Oct 2026, at 19:00 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 Hilal have not reported any injuries or suspensions for the match, and Al Hazem’s coach has not listed any 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.
The announced starting XI includes the return of Serbian defender Sergej Savić, who joins midfield partners Mohamed Kanno and Portuguese midfielder Rúben Neves.
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 Hilal have won four of their last five matches across all competitions, with their only recent defeat a 0‑2 loss to Neom SC.
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
When does Al Hilal play Al Hazem?
The match is scheduled for Monday, Oct. 19, 2026, at 19:00.
Why is Al Hilal rotating its squad?
Coach Simone Inzaghi said the rotation is needed because the club must play six matches in 18 days before the November international break.
Is Salem Al‑Dawsari available for the Al Hazem game?
He missed recent matches with a minor injury and his starting status for the Al Hazem game has not been decided.
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