From Riyadh to Rome: Inzaghi's Al Hilal Project Captivates Italy
26 November 2025
Italian Acclaim
In a moment when the echoes of victories still reverberate across the kingdom, the Italian coach Simone Inzaghi's project with Al Hilal has crossed continents and reached Italy, where seasoned observers describe a coach who has rediscovered himself away from Serie A.
Inzaghi's project at Al Hilal is no longer just an external experiment; it is a rising story with a tactical blueprint that European media cannot ignore.
Inzaghi steered Al Hilal to a 4-0 win over Al Shorta in the fifth round of the AFC Champions League Elite.
Al Hilal has climbed to 15 points at the top of West Asia group, enjoying their best start in the Asian campaign.
What about the competition?
The dazzling form under Inzaghi is not only drawing praise from Italian press but also signaling a new era that could push the team back onto the European radar, with a clearly defined tactical identity and poise on the field.
The press notes the attack has evolved strongly under Inzaghi, with Marcus Leonardo thriving as the focal point and freedom to roam, attracting defenders and creating space for teammates.
Calmly and decisively, this transformation reflects Inzaghi's ability to develop youth and craft a modern footballing model within the club.
TuttoSport calls the project a success outside Europe, praising organizational discipline and efficiency in front of goal, and noting Al Hilal's cohesive, European-style performance in Asian competitions.
Calcio Mercato contends that Inzaghi's continued triumph could bring him back into Europe’s spotlight with big clubs eyeing him as European markets open wider.
The analysis concludes that the current form shows a balanced blend of defensive solidity and attacking efficacy, reshaping Al Hilal into a unit difficult to break down in Asia.
As the season progresses, Leonardo's influence in the final third sharpens the attack and expands the coach's options, hinting at a trophy-laden horizon for the club.
Punchline 1: When the defense is tight enough, even the ball forgets how to score, out of respect for the wall.
Punchline 2: If in doubt, just tell Inzaghi the calendar says September—he'll still be scheduling goals.
