LiontipsAl-Hilal vs Al-Shortah Match Preview and Betting Odds for the AFC Champions League on October 1, 2024
Command Analysis
Current Form
Al-Hilal has captured the Saudi Arabia championship, going undefeated throughout the season. They had a chance to vie for the Champions League but fell to the future champion, Al-Ain, in the semifinals with an aggregate score of 5-4. The current season kicked off with a victory in the Saudi Super Cup where they defeated Al-Ahli and Al-Nassr. In the early rounds of the new Saudi Premier League, Jorge Jesus's squad secured wins against Al-Ahdud (3-0), Damac (3-2), Al-Riyadh (3-0), Al-Ittihad (3-1), and Al-Hilal (4-2). In the Champions League, they predictably started with a win against Al-Rayyan (3-1).
Disciplinary Issues and Injuries
All players are fit and available.
Interesting Trends and Bets
Al-Hilal has achieved eight consecutive victories
In seven of the last eight matches, the opponents have scored at least three goals
Projected Lineup: Bono – Cancelo, Koulibaly, Al-Bulayhi, Al-Shahrani, Neves, Milinković-Savić, Malcom, Marcos Leonardo, Al-Dawsari, Mitrovic
Current Form
Al-Shorta clinched the championship title in the Iraqi Stars League last season, finishing five points ahead of their nearest rival. This victory marked the team's third consecutive title. The club also secured the Iraq Cup, defeating Al-Kuwah 1-0 in the final. In the current Champions League edition, they started with a promising result, managing a draw against Saudi Arabia's vice-champions, Al-Nassr.
Injuries and Suspensions
All players are fit and available for the upcoming match.
Notable Betting Trends
Al-Shorta has not lost in their last 27 matches
The team has scored in all of their last ten games
Possible Lineup: Basil - Alwan, Al-Takreeti, Banga, Kasim - Ali, Youssef, Yassim, Shakir - Dawood, Al-Mawas
Trends
Bet Exact Score 3:1
Two of the last four home matches ended with this score
13.00Bet Both Teams to Score
This bet has won in three of the last four home matches
2.85Bet Number 1 in Final Score
This trend has occurred in three of the last four matches for Al-Hilal
2.52Tip and bets
The hosts are having an outstanding season, while the visitors are performing well within their capabilities. It's clear that Al Hilal is significantly stronger than their opponent, but the Iraqi champions are not weak enough to suffer a heavy defeat. It is likely that Al Shorta will manage to cover the Asian handicap.
Our prediction is an Asian handicap (+2.5) on Al Shorta at 2.15
Total Goals Bet
The home team features exceptional forwards, promising an exciting display of football from the Saudi Arabian champions. The guests will also have opportunities on counterattacks, leading us to believe that both teams will deliver a high-scoring performance.
Our prediction is over 3.5 goals with odds of 1.82.
Corners Bet
The home side is expected to dominate the game, and a significant advantage in corner kicks is likely.
Our prediction is an Asian handicap (-5.5) on corners for "Al-Nassr" with odds of 1.82.
