Al Hilal team guide: History, trophies won and notable former players of 2025 FIFA Club World Cup club

It will be a fourth appearance at the FIFA Club World Cup for one of Saudi Arabia's most decorated clubs, as Al Hilal take their place in Group H. 

There could be some revenge on their minds, too, as they come up against Real Madrid, the side who beat them in the final of the 2022 tournament - their last appearance in the competition.

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Al Hilal team guide

Location

Al Hilal are based in Saudi Arabia’s biggest city and capital, Riyadh.

The Kingdom Arena where they play, is located in the Hittin neighborhood of the city.

Origin

Al Hilal owe their existence to Abdul Rahman bin Saeed, their first president, who founded Olympic Club in 1957, before King Saud bin Abdulaziz decided to change the club’s name in 1958, choosing Al Hilal from three suggestions provided to him.

Nicknames

• Al-Za'eem (The Boss)
• Blue Waves
• Blue Power 
• ِAsia's Century Club

​Trophies won

Not only do Al Hilal hold the record for the most domestic titles with 19 Saudi Pro League wins, they have also triumphed in the AFC Champions League more than any other side.

• Saudi Pro League (19)

• King Cup (11)

• Crown Prince cuP (13)

• Super Cup (5)

• Federations Cup (7) 

• AFC Champions League (4)

• Asian Cup Winners Cup (2)

Notable former players

Several of the 1994 Saudi Arabia World Cup squad played for Al Hilal, while in more recent times the club has attracted marquee names such as Neymar.

 

Top scorer (Saudi Pro League 2024/25) - Marcos Leonardo (17 goals)

The Brazilian has been crucial to Al Hilal this season both in the league and in cup competitions.

Manager -  Mohammad Al-Shalhoub (KSA) 

Mohammad Al-Shalhoub took over from experienced Portuguese manager Jorge Jesus in May.

 

Al-Shalhoub spent his entire 21-year playing career at the club, with his play leading to over 100 caps for Saudi Arabia as well.

 

The 44-year-old was an assistant manager with Al Hilal prior to Jorge Jesus' departure.

How Al Hilal qualified for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup

Al Hilal are one of four AFC teams competing in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup and qualify as the winners of the 2021 AFC Champions League.

They secured a 2-0 win over South Korea's Pohang Steelers to win the tournament four years ago

Al Hilal group, schedule at 2025 FIFA Club World Cup

Al Hilal have been drawn into Group H, alongside Real Madrid, Pachuca and Red Bull Salzburg.   
 

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