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Former Al Hilal star Nasser Al Shamrani has praised Moroccan goalkeeper Yassine Bounou, saying he has saved the club from conceding many goals this season. Bounou on top form for the Saudi Pro League side in the ongoing season. Despite sitting 2nd on the league log with 58 points after 27 matches played, Al Shamrani said […]
Al Hilal coach, Florent Ibenge, has insisted that they will do everything possible to book a place in the semifinals in the CAF Champions League. The Sudanese side will host Egyptian side, Al Ahly, in the return leg of the quarterfinal game today at the Sheikh Bedia Stadium in Mauritania, with kick-off scheduled at 19:00 GMT. […]
Moroccan goalkeeper Yassine Bounou is confident that Al Hilal are prepared to take on the world’s best teams, including Real Madrid, at the upcoming 2025 Club World Cup. In an interview with FIFA, Bounou shared his excitement about the tournament and expressed belief in his team’s potential to make a significant impact. Al Hilal, champions […]
In a stirring display of unity, Al Hilal fans from Sudan brought a touching gesture to Cairo Stadium ahead of Tuesday evening’s CAF Champions League quarterfinal first leg against Egypt’s Al Ahly. The Sudanese supporters, arriving early to rally behind their squad, unfurled a banner that simply read, “Thank you, Egypt,” a nod of gratitude […]
Saudi Pro League giants Al-Hilal have set their sights on signing Fulham’s Nigerian defender Calvin Bassey as they look to bolster their squad ahead of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup. With defensive vulnerabilities surfacing this season, Al-Hilal’s management is eager to reinforce their backline. The partnership of Ali Al-Bulaihi and Kalidou Koulibaly, once considered […]
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Fulham defender Calvin Bassey has emerged as a transfer target for Saudi Pro League club Al Hilal, with discussions reportedly underway over a potential summer move. Bassey’s Rise at Fulham Since joining Fulham from Ajax in July 2023 for €22.5 million, Bassey has established himself as a key figure in the London club’s defence. The […]
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Mauritanian referee Dahane Beida has been appointed by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to officiate the first leg of the CAF Champions League quarter-final between Egypt’s Al Ahly and Sudan’s Al Hilal. The match is set to take place on April 1, 2025, at the Cairo International Stadium. Experienced Officials for a Crucial Clash […]
Kalidou Koulibaly is set to return to action for Al-Hilal after recovering from a hamstring injury sustained against Pakhtakor in the AFC Champions League. The Senegalese defender is expected to be available for selection in the Saudi Pro League match against Al-Taawoun. Al-Hilal manager Jorge Jesus received confirmation on Friday that Koulibaly had resumed full […]
Yassine Bounou is experiencing a challenging spell with Al-Hilal, raising concerns for Morocco as the national team prepares for crucial 2026 World Cup qualifiers later this month. The goalkeeper, once a rock-solid presence between the posts, has struggled in recent weeks, conceding a series of goals that have put his form under scrutiny. A sudden […]
Yassine Bounou’s form at Al-Hilal has taken a downturn, with the Moroccan goalkeeper struggling to replicate his impressive performances from earlier in the season. The 32-year-old had enjoyed a stellar campaign until January, earning his third Saudi Pro League Best Goalkeeper of the Month award following previous wins in October and December. However, February has […]
