Everything You Need to Know About the Al-Hilal vs. Guangzhou Match in the Asian Elite

Saudi Al-Hilal is preparing for a fiery match against South Korea’s Guangzhou in the first leg of the quarter-finals of the AFC Champions League. The highly anticipated match will take place at the Al-Inma Stadium in Jeddah, marking Al-Hilal’s first real test in the critical stage of the tournament.

Al-Hilal enters the match amidst huge fan expectations, but this is mixed with concern due to the team’s fluctuating performance recently. Portuguese coach Jorge Jesus is trying to set the rhythm inside the locker room, confirming that Guangzhou is a well-organized and dangerously offensive team, making the confrontation akin to a heavyweight tactical battle.

The new tournament system has added an element of excitement, as teams have been divided into two groups (West and East) before moving to the knockout stage. The quarter-finals and beyond are played in a home-and-away format, leading up to the anticipated final on May 4, at the same Jeddah stadium.

Al-Hilal is suffering from some inconsistency in performance due to significant changes in its lineup during the summer transfers. Despite having several standout names, the harmony has yet to be completed, which complicates the task against a Korean team that enjoys clear technical stability.

The Al-Hilal vs. Guangzhou match is scheduled for Friday, April 25, 2025, at 7:30 PM Mecca time (6:30 PM Cairo time). Live broadcasting will be available on the channels “beIN Sports AFC 1 HD” and “SSC HD.”