The medical team at Al-Ittihad is intensifying its efforts to prepare the injured players ahead of the anticipated match against Al-Hilal in the 23rd round of the Saudi Roshn League.

The Union will visit Al Hilal on Saturday evening at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, in a match of great importance for both teams in the league race.

The group training sessions witnessed the return of midfielder Faisal Al-Ghamdi after a period of absence due to injury, providing a technical boost to the midfield at a crucial time in the season.

Meanwhile, forward Saleh Al-Shehri has begun a gradual fitness program in preparation for joining the group training sessions, with close monitoring of his condition to avoid any complications.

The duo Saad Al-Mousa and Ahmed Al-Julaidan continue their rehabilitation programs at the club's premises, with the former undergoing therapy and muscle strengthening sessions, while the latter focuses on regaining his physical fitness.

As for Al-Aboud, he is undergoing special fitness training under the supervision of the physical trainer, in preparation for being considered by the coaching staff. His full readiness is expected to be determined by next week.

Al-Ittihad holds the seventh position in the league standings with 37 points after 21 rounds and is striving to improve its position before the competition intensifies in the upcoming stages.