Saudi Pro League: What time and on which channel to watch Al-Hilal vs Al-Ittihad?

World 21 February 2026 at 04:29

Imed Ben Amara

News Editor

21.02.26 FT Pro League Saudi Arabia

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Kingdom Arena will set the stage for a top-of-the-table clash between Al-Hilal and Al-Ittihad as part of Matchday 23 in the Saudi Pro League.

Al-Hilal sit atop the standings with 53 points. Unbeaten so far (16 wins, 5 draws), the Riyadh club are looking to secure another victory to widen the gap over co-leaders Al-Ahli Saudi, who have played one more match.

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Simone Inzaghi’s men have not conceded a single goal in their last three outings against Al Ahli (0-0), Al Okhdood (0-6), and Al Ettifaq (2-0).

Al-Ittihad are seventh with 37 points (11 wins, 4 draws, 6 losses), but have especially struggled away from home. Houssem Aouar and his teammates have failed to win any of their last four away matches, suffering defeats to Al Qadsiah (2-1) and Al Nassr (2-0) and drawing against Damac (1-1) and Al Fateh (2-2).

Date and kick-off time for Al-Hilal vs Al-Ittihad

This Saudi Pro League showdown is scheduled for Saturday, February 21, 2026, kicking off at 19:00 GMT.

Channels broadcasting Al-Hilal vs Al-Ittihad live

The match will be broadcast live on Channel 8, “Thamaniya”, which has become a major sports broadcaster in Saudi Arabia. It will also be available on the streaming platform “Jaco”.

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