Bouwari injury complicates Al Hilal's plans ahead of return from break

Simon Bouabri, the French player of Al Hilal, continues his rehabilitation and treatment program after suffering a thigh muscle injury during the match against Shabab Al-Ahli in the AFC Champions League Elite.

Italian coach Simone Inzaghi of Al Hilal was compelled to replace the young player during the match against Shabab Al-Ahli in the 4th round, bringing on Nasser Al-Dawsari in his place after signs of a muscle injury appeared.

The medical staff has not set a definitive date for Bouabri's return to team training, as the decision depends on his response to the rehabilitation program and ensuring his full recovery before allowing him to rejoin his teammates.

Al Hilal will resume training on November 14, but the participation of the French player in the first session remains uncertain pending the final assessment from the medical staff.

Al Hilal players are currently enjoying a ten-day break following the postponement of the 13th round of the Saudi Pro League, coinciding with the Saudi national team's commitment to play two friendly matches during the international break.

Al Hilal leads the Saudi Pro League table with 30 points, while sitting second in the AFC Champions League Elite Group West with nine points after the first four rounds.