Real Madrid are confident they will lift a record-extending fifth FIFA Club World Cup title when they take on Al Hilal in Saturday’s final.
Madrid thrashed Al Ahly 4-1 to progress to the final, while Al Hilal edged Flamengo 3-2 in a thrilling encounter.
Madrid have won four of the previous five finals at the Club World Cup, while this is Al Hilal’s appearance at the finals.
Los Blancos then had to wait 14 years before lifting the trophy for the first time after beating San Lorenzo in the 2014 final under Carlo Ancelotti.
Al Hilal qualified for the tournament as the holders of the AFC Champions League and have already bettered their fourth place finishes in 2019 and 2021.
Al Hilal are the first Arabian club to reach the competition’s finals since Al Ain in 2018.
Al-Hilal are 18-time Saudi Pro League champions and have only lost twice in their last 19 games in all competitions.
No team have won more games (10) or scored more goals (32) than Real Madrid in Club World Cup history.
Will this be a record-extending victory for the Spanish giants or can Al Hilal cause an upset and make history for the club?
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What time does Real Madrid vs Al Hilal start?
The game kicks off at 10pm Kenyan time at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium.
Real Madrid vs Al Hilal team news
The game is coming too soon for regular starters Thibaut Courtouis, Eder Militao, Ferland Mendy and top scorer Karim Benzema.
Luka Modric, Aurelien Tchouameni and Toni Kroos are all poised to continue in centre-midfield.
Vinicius Junior will lead the attacking line, supported by Rodrygo and Federico Valverde on the flanks.
Al Hilal are not expected to make any changes with Odion Ighalo and Moussa Marega – formerly of Manchester United and Porto leading the attack.
Real Madrid vs Al Hilal head to head
This will be the first official meeting between Real Madrid and Al Hilal.
Real Madrid vs Al Hilal current form
The Saudis come into the game on a better run of form after four wins and one defeat in their last five matches, while Madrid have lost once, drawn another and record three victories.
Real Madrid vs Al Hilal prediction
Despite their admirable run of form, it is not likely that Al Hilal can cause an upset and Real Madrid are tipped as favorites to win their fifth title.