Al Hilal vs Pachuca Prediction 27.06.2025
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Al Hilal vs Pachuca Prediction
Al Hilal vs Pachuca Prediction and Betting Tips for the final Group H match at the 2025 Club World Cup, taking place on Thursday, June 27. Al Hilal remain in contention to reach the round of 16 but must beat eliminated Pachuca to stand any chance. Discover expert Club World Cup Predictions from XpertStats tipsters and see who we back in this crucial encounter.
- Al Hilal must win to have any hope of progressing to the Club World Cup knockout stage
- Pachuca have already been eliminated after back-to-back defeats
- Al Hilal are unbeaten in seven straight matches across all competitions
- Mitrovic remains a doubt, but Marcos Leonardo is expected to lead the line again
Al Hilal enter this fixture on the back of two impressive but frustrating draws, including a spirited 1-1 against Real Madrid and a goalless result against Salzburg. Despite controlling both games, they were left wanting in the final third, with injury to star striker Aleksandar Mitrovic hampering their attacking edge. Still, they’ve gone seven games unbeaten and boast a rock-solid defensive record, conceding just once in their last four outings. Brazilian forward Marcos Leonardo, who’s netted 25 times for the club, is tipped to lead the line again.
Coach Simone Inzaghi will rely on midfield control from Sergej Milinkovic-Savic and Malcom’s creativity to unlock Pachuca’s defense. The return of Nasser Al-Dawsari strengthens their options, while captain Salem Al-Dawsari’s experience will be vital in this high-pressure situation. While qualification depends on other results too, Al Hilal know only victory will give them a fighting chance, and they’ve built the consistency to back it up.
For Pachuca, the Club World Cup has been a disappointing journey. They’ve suffered defeats to both Salzburg and Real Madrid, officially sealing their early exit. Despite dominating in attempts against Madrid—25 shots to be exact—they failed to convert chances effectively, a recurring theme in recent weeks. Coach Jaime Lozano may opt for fresh legs, with young midfielder Elias Montiel likely to retain his place after scoring against Madrid. Veteran striker Salomón Rondón could be replaced or partnered by John Kennedy, who offered more urgency off the bench.
Defensively, Pachuca have looked shaky, conceding five goals in two games and struggling to recover after setbacks. The team’s lack of composure under pressure was evident, especially against 10-man Madrid. With nothing to play for but pride, they may lack the edge required to handle a motivated Al Hilal side. As such, we expect the Saudi champions to take full advantage of the situation and push hard for the win they desperately need.
This fixture will mark the first-ever competitive meeting between Al Hilal and Pachuca. With stakes vastly different for each side, the Saudi outfit’s momentum and motivation make them the favorites to claim all three points in this Group H finale.
Al Hilal are unbeaten in their last seven matches and have proven their quality by holding European giants Real Madrid and Red Bull Salzburg to draws in the Club World Cup. Despite missing Aleksandar Mitrovic, they’ve remained defensively solid, conceding just one goal in their last four outings. With Pachuca already eliminated and low on confidence after back-to-back defeats—including a disappointing loss to a 10-man Madrid—they are unlikely to resist a highly motivated Al Hilal side. Marcos Leonardo, though goalless in this group, remains a threat, and Inzaghi's midfield trio offers creativity and control. Pachuca, on the other hand, have lost four of their last seven games and conceded five goals in their two CWC fixtures. With little to play for and their finishing letting them down (25 shots vs. Madrid for just one goal), expect Al Hilal to capitalize on their superior form, structure, and urgency to secure a vital three points.
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