Saudi football fans are eagerly anticipating a high-stakes match between Al Hilal Saudi Club and Al Ittihad Saudi Club as part of the 23rd round of the Saudi Roshn League, to be held at Kingdom Arena on Saturday evening.

The Frenchman Karim Benzema leads Al-Hilal's attack in a match with a special significance, as he faces his former team Al-Ittihad, aiming to score against the "Tigers" and lead the Blues to strengthen their lead.

The kickoff whistle for the El Clasico is expected to sound at 10:00 PM Saudi Arabia time, in an anticipated match that will directly impact the competition at the top.

The expected lineup for Al-Hilal includes Yassine Bounou as the goalkeeper, with Muteb Al-Harbi, Kalidou Koulibaly, Hassan Tambakti, and Hamad Al-Yami in front of him. The midfield is led by Ruben Neves, Sergej Savic, and Simon Bouabre.

In the attacking front, Al Hilal relies on Salem Al-Dawsari and Malcom alongside Karim Benzema to ensure offensive effectiveness against Al Ittihad's defense in this crucial encounter.

As for Al-Ittihad, it is expected to start with Predrag Rajković in goal, with a defensive line consisting of Hassan Kadesh, Danilo Pereira, Ahmed Sharahili, and Muhannad Al-Shanqeeti, along with Fabinho, Mahamadou Doumbia, and Houssem Aouar in midfield.

The front line of the union is led by Roger Fernandez, Youssef En-Nesyri, and George Elinikhna, in an attempt to unsettle Al Hilal's defense and achieve a positive result.

Al Hilal tops the league standings with 53 points, tied with Al Ahli Jeddah, while Al Ittihad is in seventh place with 37 points, collected from 11 wins, 4 draws, and 6 losses.