Sparks set to fly in the Saudi El Clasico (PC: Getty Images)a
The Saudi El Clasico will feature in the quarter-finals of the King's Cup of Champions on Tuesday as Al-Hilal take on Al-Ittihad at the Kingdom Arena. Interestingly, both these sides are leading the title charge in the Saudi Pro League right now, with the former in second with 34 points and their Jeddah rivals accruing two points more.
The Blues Waves, who cantered to the league title last season by going the entire campaign unbeaten, were last seen in action on 7 December 2024 when they beat Al-Raed 3-2.
They fought back from behind twice in the game before netting a winner in the 14th minute of stoppage time through Ali Albulayhi, as their winning run was extended to three games in all competitions.
On the other hand, Al-Ittihad went into the winter break on a stunning 11-game winning streak, began after a loss to - who else - Al-Hilal, who beat them 3-1 in September.
