Yassine Bounou sidelined by injury ahead of Al Hilal clash with Neom
Al Hilal goalkeeper Yassine Bounou was ruled out of the starting lineup against Neom after suffering a last-minute injury during warm-up.
Key Takeaways
AIAl Hilal suffered a setback ahead of their match against Neom in the sixth round of the Saudi Pro League, as Moroccan goalkeeper Yassine Bounou was forced to withdraw from the starting lineup due to injury.
Bounou pulled out during the warm-up just minutes before kickoff, with Al Hilal confirming that he experienced pain in his hamstring muscles.
In Bounou's absence, Al Hilal named veteran goalkeeper Mohammed Al-Owais in the starting eleven, while Mohammed Al-Rubaie was listed among the substitutes.
Al Hilal currently lead the Saudi Pro League table with a perfect record after five rounds, three points ahead of Al Nassr and Al Qadsiah.