Hilal Inches Closer to Reclaiming Midfield Masterstroke for Al Fateh Showdown

Midfield Master Returns on the Horizon

Al Hilal is closing in on regaining one of its most potent weapons in midfield for the upcoming clash with Al Fateh in the 26th round of the Saudi Pro League.

The champions have several key injuries, notably Hassan Tambakti, Nasser Al-Dosari, and the Portuguese Ruben Neves.

According to the newspaper Al-Riyadiya, Neves has made significant progress in his rehabilitation and is strongly close to rejoining the Fath game.

Nevertheless, coach Simone Inzaghi is understood to be wary of rushing his comeback to avoid a setback.

The Rolls had previously suffered an injury in the 24th round win over Al-Shabab, 5-3, that kept him out.

Neves remains the most dangerous weapon in Inzaghi’s squad, given his versatility - building play from the back by dropping into a third centre-back role, guiding teammates, scoring, and providing key passes.

The 28-year-old has appeared in 31 matches this season, scoring 10 goals and laying on 7 assists.

If Neves returns as expected, Hilal’s midfield could regain its balance just in time for a pivotal run-in.

In the meantime, if Neves heals, the midfield might finally remember how to spell control - with an accent.

And yes, the only drama you will want to log is this one: will the Rolls roll back onto the field, or stay parked on the bench? But hey, we are here for a good show.

So stay tuned—the Rolls might turn the midfield into a rollercoaster, with fewer twists and more goals.

And if he scores, the commentators will start negotiating for an autograph on the victory pizza box.