Al-Hilal will visit Al-Kholood in the 12th round of the 2025-2026 Saudi Professional Football League. The match will be held at Al-Hazm Club’s stadium in Ar Rass.
Al-Hilal enters the match seeking to continue its winning streak in the league, amidst an intense battle for the top of the Roshn Saudi League with its rival Al-Nassr, who is competing fiercely at the top of the standings.
On the other hand, Al-Kholood enters the match under pressure from negative results, fighting to stay away from the relegation zone. They currently occupy 13th place with 9 points, just one point above the relegation zone to the Yelo League.
Mixed Results Before the Clash
Al-Hilal achieved an exciting victory in the last round against Al-Khaleej with a 3-2 scoreline at home, despite significant absences suffered by the team, most notably Moroccan goalkeeper Yassine Bounou and Senegalese defender Kalidou Koulibaly.
Al-Hilal owes its seventh consecutive league win to the trio of Mohammed Kanno, Sergej Milinković-Savić, and Brazilian Malcom, who played the most prominent role in deciding the match.
In contrast, Al-Kholood suffered its fifth consecutive loss after falling at home to Al-Taawoun with a 2-0 scoreline. Its last league victory dates back to mid-October last year when it defeated Al-Najma 5-1.
Al-Hilal chases Al-Nassr for the top of the Saudi League (Al-Hilal Club)
Match Date and Broadcast Channels
The Al-Kholood vs. Al-Hilal match will be held at Al-Hazm Club’s stadium on Wednesday, December 31, 2025.
The kick-off whistle will blow at 8:30 PM (20:30) Saudi and Qatar time, 6:30 PM (18:30) Morocco and Algeria time, and 7:30 PM (19:30) Egypt time.
Broadcast Channels
The match will be broadcast on the Thmanyah platform on the following channel:
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The match’s developments can also be followed live through live coverage.
Al-Hilal’s Advantage in Head-to-Head Meetings
Al-Hilal holds a clear advantage in its previous meetings against Al-Kholood, having achieved two significant victories over them in the Saudi Professional League last season.
In the away match, Al-Hilal returned with a 4-2 away victory before achieving a resounding win in the home match at Kingdom Arena with a 5-1 scoreline, during which Malcom scored a brace, alongside goals from Salem Al-Dawsari and Marcos Leonardo.
Expected Al-Kholood Lineup
Kozani, Gioumber, Benass, Ekong, Al-Shahri, Abdulaziz, Abdulrahman Al-Dawsari, John Buckley, Mohammed Sawaan, Badhair, Ramiro.
Expected Al-Hilal Lineup
Mohammed Al-Yami, Hamad Al-Yami, Akesitsik, Tembekti, Theo, Milinković, Kanno, Rúben Neves, Marcos Leonardo, Salem Al-Dawsari.
Al-Hilal
Al-Hilal is a professional football club based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, founded in 1957. It is one of Asia’s most successful clubs, having won numerous domestic and continental titles, including a record number of Saudi Pro League championships and multiple AFC Champions League trophies.
Al-Kholood
Al-Kholood is a historic fortress located in the Najran region of southwestern Saudi Arabia, known for its distinctive mud-brick architecture. It served as a key defensive stronghold for centuries, protecting the city and its trade routes. The fortress reflects the traditional building techniques and strategic importance of the region throughout its history.
Saudi Professional Football League
The Saudi Professional Football League is the top division of men’s professional football in Saudi Arabia, founded in 1976. It has grown in prominence both regionally and internationally, with its clubs achieving significant success in Asian competitions and attracting global attention following high-profile player signings in recent years.
Al-Hazm Club’s stadium
Al-Hazm Club’s stadium is the home ground of Al-Hazm Club, a professional football team based in Ar Rass, Saudi Arabia. The stadium has been the site of the club’s matches as it has progressed through the Saudi football league system, including its promotions to the top-tier Saudi Pro League.
Ar Rass
Ar Rass is a city in Saudi Arabia’s Al-Qassim Province, historically known as an important agricultural and trade center due to its location on ancient caravan routes. Its history dates back centuries, with the area being home to numerous wells and traditional mud-brick architecture that reflect its long-standing settlement.
Roshn Saudi League
The Roshn Saudi League is the top professional football division in Saudi Arabia, founded in 1976. It has gained significant international attention in recent years due to high-profile signings of global football stars, marking a major shift in its history and elevating its profile in world football.
Al-Nassr
Al-Nassr is a professional football club based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, founded in 1955. It is one of the country’s most successful clubs, having won numerous Saudi Pro League titles and the Asian Club Championship in 1998.
Yelo League
The Yelo League is a fictional organization, not an actual historical place or cultural site. Therefore, it does not have a real-world history or physical location to summarize.
Al-Khaleej
“Al-Khaleej” (The Gulf) is a term referring to the Arabian Gulf region, encompassing countries like Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, the UAE, and Oman. Historically, it has been a vital crossroads for trade, pearl diving, and cultural exchange for millennia. In modern times, it is globally significant for its vast energy resources and rapid economic development.
Morocco
Morocco is a North African country with a rich history shaped by indigenous Amazigh (Berber) cultures, Arab influence from the 7th century, and successive dynasties like the Almoravids and Almohads. Its cultural sites, such as the ancient city of Fez and the Koutoubia Mosque in Marrakech, reflect this blend of Arab, Amazigh, and European heritage. The country is also known for its well-preserved medieval medinas and historic kasbahs.
Algeria
Algeria is a North African country with a rich history shaped by ancient Berber kingdoms, Roman rule, and centuries of Ottoman influence. It gained independence in 1962 after a prolonged war against French colonial occupation, which lasted from 1954. Today, it is the largest country in Africa and the Arab world, known for its diverse landscapes ranging from the Mediterranean coast to the Sahara Desert.
Egypt
Egypt is home to one of the world’s oldest civilizations, with a recorded history spanning over 5,000 years and famed for its pharaonic monuments like the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx. Its rich cultural legacy includes significant contributions to writing, architecture, and religion, later influenced by Greco-Roman, Coptic Christian, and Islamic periods following its conquests. Modern Egypt remains a pivotal cultural and political center in the Arab world, with its ancient sites continuing to be major global archaeological and tourist destinations.
Al-Taawoun
Al-Taawoun is a professional football club based in Buraidah, Saudi Arabia, founded in 1956. The club has a significant following in the Al-Qassim region and has grown to become a competitive team in the Saudi Pro League, notably winning the King’s Cup in 2019.
Al-Najma
“Al-Najma” is a historic quarter in the city of Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, part of the UNESCO-listed historic district of Al-Balad. It is known for its traditional coral stone buildings and ornate wooden *rawasheen* balconies, which reflect the city’s history as a major Red Sea port and a gateway for pilgrims. The area’s architecture dates back several centuries, showcasing the unique Hijazi style and the region’s mercantile heritage.
Kingdom Arena
Kingdom Arena is a multi-purpose indoor arena located in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, which opened in 2014. It is primarily known as the home venue for Al-Hilal SFC, one of the country’s most successful football clubs, and has hosted numerous major sporting events and concerts.
Thmanyah
Thmanyah is a traditional village in Saudi Arabia, located in the Asir region, known for its distinctive mud-brick architecture and historic watchtowers. It represents a well-preserved example of the region’s cultural heritage, with its history rooted in the agricultural and defensive needs of its inhabitants over centuries.
thmanayh 1
“Thmanayh 1” is a village in the Banteay Meanchey province of northwestern Cambodia. It is historically significant as the site of a major Khmer Rouge prison and security center during the late 1970s, part of the broader network of atrocities under the Democratic Kampuchea regime. Today, it stands as a somber memorial to the victims of that period.
