Ben Harburg, the president of the American club Al-Khulood, heightened the anticipation for the upcoming match against Al-Hilal by making a provocative statement that sparked widespread reaction before the encounter.

These statements come following Prince Alwaleed bin Talal's initiative, the golden member of Al-Hilal, to cover half the cost of the match tickets, a move that was praised within the club.

Ben Harburg considered this move as evidence of Al Hilal's concern, affirming on his account on the "X" platform that the Al-Khulood fans have become a real nuisance for the competitor.

These comments heightened the tension among the fans, especially given the significant difference in popularity and the match being held at the "Kingdom Arena" in Riyadh, the stronghold of Al-Hilal.

Al Hilal hosts Al Khulood in the 29th round of the Saudi League, in a match where each team aims to achieve its different objectives.

The first round match ended in favor of Al-Hilal with a score of three goals to one. The blue team is in second place with 65 points, while Al-Khulood is in fourteenth place with 26 points.