Al Hilal suffered a painful blow during their match against Uzbekistan's Pakhtakor, after Senegalese center-back Khalidou Koulibaly was injured in the 80th minute. The player fell in pain, raising concerns among fans and the coaching staff.

Physiotherapist Abdulaziz Al-Tuwaijri clarified that Koulibaly's injury seems to be at the level of the hamstring. He indicated that the absence period depends on the severity of the injury, which could range from days to weeks.

Koulibaly's exit in this manner raised fears, especially with the absence of Saudi defender Ali Al-Bulaihi due to a previous injury. Al Hilal faces a defensive dilemma if a long absence for the Senegalese star is confirmed.

The medical team will conduct further tests to determine the severity of the injury and the duration of absence. The coaching staff hopes that the injury is minor to avoid any significant impact on the team's journey.

With the possibility of Koulibaly's absence, Al Hilal is looking for solutions to compensate for him amid the congestion of upcoming matches. Will the team be able to overcome this defensive crisis without affecting its continental and local ambitions?