Derby Duel: Can Al Hilal End the Victory Drought Against Al Nassr?
11 January 2026
Match context
Al Hilal seek a rare win against archrivals Al Nassr in the fifth clash of this season's Saudi Pro League, aiming to end a worrying run.
The derby returns to the Kingdom Arena on Monday as leaders Al Hilal hold a four-point edge over second-placed Al Nassr.
In the last three league meetings, Hilal has not beaten Nassr; their last triumph dates back to December 2023.
The showdown comes as Hilal chase a 13-match unbeaten streak, while Nassr look to halt their own mini-slump after failing to win in their previous three games.
Punchline: If goals were jokes, this derby would be a stand-up set—yet both teams seem to have forgotten their punchlines today.
