Saudi Pro League representatives face tough Asian tests in the elite

Al-Hilal face Al-Shamal on Tuesday, aiming to continue their winning streak after overcoming Al-Gharafa and Al-Sadd in the first two rounds, collecting six points and moving up to third place on goal difference behind Al-Ain and Pakhtakor, the two leaders.

Al-Hilal enter the match with high spirits after their victory over Al-Qadsiah in the Saudi Pro League, aiming to continue their perfect start in the continental tournament, but they will miss Dutchman Crysencio Summerville due to suspension.

In contrast, the clash between Al-Nassr and Al-Wasl has been postponed due to travel-related issues, delaying both teams' appearance in the Asian round to a new date to be determined later.

Al Ahly FC, the defending champions, are looking for their second consecutive win when they face Al-Gharafa after drawing with Pakhtakor at the start and then winning against Al-Wasl, raising their tally to four points and placing them in fourth position.

Al Qadsiah will host Al-Sadd on Monday at Prince Mohammed bin Fahd Stadium in Dammam, looking to build on their good start after collecting four points from a win against Al-Wasl and a draw with Pakhtakor, while Al-Sadd enters the match following two consecutive defeats.

Al-Ittihad face an away match against Pakhtakor in search of redemption after managing just one point in their first two rounds, meaning they need to improve their results and regain their balance before the qualification calculations become more difficult.