Introduction:
Al-Hilal Saudi Football Club is one of the most prestigious and successful football clubs in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and a symbol of exceptional championship and achievements. The club was founded in 1957 in the city of Riyadh, and since then, it has etched its name in gold in the annals of history, achieving exceptional achievements at the local, regional, and continental levels.
Era of Dominance in Saudi Arabia:
Al-Hilal is known as the "leader" or "Al-Azraq" due to its distinctive blue and white colors. It has a rich history of achievements, as it is the most Saudi club to win the Saudi league title (18 titles), the King's Cup (9 titles), and the Crown Prince's Cup (9 titles). The club has also won the AFC Champions League 4 times (in 2000, 2018, 2019, and 2023).
Al-Hilal's journey to dominance was not easy, as it went through a difficult period in the 1980s. However, it managed to rise again and embark on a journey of extraordinary achievements. In the 1990s, the club won the league title 5 times in a row, becoming a symbol of control over Saudi football.
Stars Who Played for Al-Hilal:
Al-Hilal would not have been able to achieve these accomplishments without the presence of a galaxy of stars who have etched their names in gold in the club's history. These stars include:
Majed Abdullah: An Al-Hilal legend and one of the greatest footballers in Saudi history. He won the Asian Player of the Year award in 1988 and led Al-Hilal to many titles, including the Asian Club Champions Cup in 2000.
Fahad Al-Mufarrij: A brilliant Saudi star, he played for Al-Hilal for 17 years, scored over 200 goals, and won many titles, including the Asian Club Champions Cup in 2000.
Yousef Al-Thunayan: An exceptional playmaker, he played for Al-Hilal for 13 years, scored over 100 goals, and won many titles, including the Asian Club Champions Cup in 2000.
Salman Al-Faraj: Al-Hilal's current captain, he has played for the club for 12 years, scored over 50 goals, and won many titles, including the AFC Champions League in 2018 and 2019.
Statistics and Figures:
Number of matches: 1682 matches.
Number of wins: 993 matches.
Number of draws: 333 matches.
Number of losses: 356 matches.
Number of goals scored: 3562 goals.
Number of goals conceded: 2021 goals.
Biggest win: 12-0 against Al-جيل (1964).
Biggest defeat: 6-0 against Al-Ittihad (1961).
Conclusion:
Al-Hilal Saudi Football Club is a symbol of success and dominance in Saudi football. It has a rich history of achievements and stars who have etched their names in gold in the annals of history. Al-Hilal continues its journey towards more achievements, seeking to win more titles and bring joy to its passionate fans.
