A new crisis appears to be emerging between Al-Hilal and the Saudi national team, due to conflicting schedules between the 2025 Club World Cup and the Gold Cup, placing both parties in a difficult decision-making position.

Al-Hilal will participate in the Club World Cup, which kicks off on June 15 and runs until July 13, while the Saudi national team will compete in the Gold Cup starting June 14, casting doubt on the participation of Al-Hilal players with the national team.

Given the tight schedule, the Saudi Federation has decided to hold a single training camp in preparation for the qualifiers and the Gold Cup, which increases the likelihood of excluding the international players from Al-Hilal to ensure their focus with their club during the World Cup.

The Club World Cup is one of the most important tournaments at the club level, which makes Al-Hilal keen to retain all its stars during the competition, while the national team aims to deliver a commendable performance in the continental championship.

In light of this anticipated clash, the Saudi Federation may find itself facing a challenging dilemma: should it choose to support Al-Hilal in its global mission or insist on benefiting from its stars in the continental tournament? The coming days will reveal the decisive decision.