Al-Hilal is engaged in a fierce battle to ensure its presence in the AFC Champions League for the 2025-2026 season, facing increasing pressure as the end of the Saudi Roshan League approaches.

The team needs to secure 6 points from the 9 possible in its remaining three matches to secure the third and final ticket for continental participation, amidst intense competition among the leading teams.

Al-Hilal currently holds the second place in the standings, 6 points behind the leading club, Al-Ittihad, which is close to securing the second ticket, needing only 3 points for official qualification.

However, the scenario could change completely if Al-Nassr's protest is accepted and they are awarded points from their match against Al-Orouba, which would rearrange the standings and complicate Al-Hilal's quest for qualification.

Here are the crucial matches for Al-Hilal in the league:

Al-Hilal vs. Al-Fateh on Friday, May 16, away,

then Al-Hilal faces Al-Wahda on Wednesday, May 21, away,

and finally, Al-Hilal hosts Al-Qadisiyah on Monday, May 26.