Al Hilal vs Shabab Al-Ahli match
The gist
Al-Hilal host Shabab Al-Ahli in the AFC Champions League Elite on Tuesday, with the visitors' arrival unconfirmed.
Shabab Al-Ahli lead on nine points; a no-show could bring AFC sanctions.
How it unfolded
- Oct 23, 2026Al-Hilal winger Gabriel Martinelli picked up a hamstring injury in the Saudi Roshn League match against Al-Qadsiah.
- Oct 29, 2026The AFC appointed Jordanian referee Adham Makhadmeh to officiate the match, with a full assistants and VAR team named.
- Nov 1, 2026Al-Hilal beat Al Fateh 2-0 in the Saudi Pro League, with Ollie Watkins scoring after 12 minutes and Ruben Neves a late penalty.