Simon Bouabri faces absence from 11 matches

It has been confirmed that French player Simon Bouabri of Al Hilal will be absent after suffering a grade two tear in his hamstring, an injury that requires a rehabilitation period of 6 to 8 weeks.

Al Hilal could lose their player for 11 matches across various competitions, starting with the clash against Neftchi Fergana in the 5th round of the AFC Champions League Elite, followed by matches against Al-Ettifaq and Al-Dar'iya in rounds 13 and 14 of the Saudi Pro League.

The potential absence may extend to the match against Al-Ain in the sixth round of the AFC Champions League Elite, as well as encounters with Al-Kholood, Abha, and Al Riyadh, in addition to Al Nassr's matches in round 17 and Al Faisaly in round 18 of the Saudi Pro League.

Doubts linger over Bouabri's ability to participate in the match against Al Hazm in the Round of 16 of the King's Cup, should he continue to stay away from the pitch for the entire recovery period.

The French player will begin a treatment and rehabilitation program in the coming phase, with his return to team training and matches to be determined based on his response to treatment and developments regarding his medical condition.