The King Is Back: Al-Khaleej Prepares for a Crown-Worthy Showdown with Al Hilal
17 December 2025
Return of a Key Player Before the Showdown
Al-Khaleej has regained its star ahead of a highly anticipated clash with Al Hilal in the Saudi Pro League on December 26, as part of the league's 11th round.
The Norwegian striker Joshua King, 33, has returned to full training after completing his rehabilitation and conditioning program.
He picked up the injury against Al Hazm on November 6 in the league's eighth round, which kept him out of the Round 9 match vs Al Nassr.
King's availability poses a real threat to Al Hilal, thanks to his proven scoring touch. He is currently the Saudi Pro League's third top scorer with 9 goals, two behind Joao Felix of Al Nassr who sits top.
Humor note (sniper style): King is back in the spotlight—ready to fire in goals with such precision that even the net might file for a restraining order against its own backboard. If you blink, you might miss a header that could crown the king of the league.
