Nature of Neves' injury and his status for Al-Hilal vs Al-Gharafa match

Medical examinations have revealed that Portuguese midfielder Rúben Neves of Al-Hilal has suffered a minor bruise during the recent match against Al-Taawoun in the Saudi Pro League.

According to the test results, Neves' injury does not seem concerning, but Al-Hilal's medical staff will assess his condition before allowing him to participate in team training.

Al-Hilal's management and coaching staff are waiting for the results of the player's evaluation in order to finalize his status for the match against Al-Gharafa in the AFC Champions League Elite.

Al-Hilal are set to host Al-Gharafa at 9:15 PM next Tuesday at the Kingdom Arena, in the opening round of the AFC Champions League Elite.

Al-Hilal secured a big victory against their hosts Al-Taawoun, thrashing them six goals to nil in the seventh round of the Saudi Pro League.

Al-Hilal's coaching staff hopes for the readiness of Neves ahead of the continental clash, especially as the team begins its AFC Champions League Elite campaign at home, with aspirations for a strong start.