Inzaghi Delays Call on Young Trio’s Inclusion vs. Al-Najma
Simone Inzaghi, the head coach of Al-Hilal, has delayed a decision on whether to include young players Matteo Patouie, Youssef Akcicik, and Caio Cesar in the squad for the upcoming match against Al-Najma. This match is critical as it falls within the eighth round of the Roshan Saudi League.
Inzaghi’s Decision on Young Trio’s Inclusion
Recent reports indicate that Inzaghi plans to take the trio to Buraidah. However, their final status will remain uncertain until the technical meeting before the match at King Abdullah Sports City.
Injury News on Darwin Núñez
In contrast, Darwin Núñez, the Uruguayan striker, will not accompany the team to Buraidah. Instead, he is concentrating on individual fitness training in Riyadh to recover from a recent knee injury.
- Núñez missed key matches against Al-Shabab in the league and Al-Gharafa in the AFC Champions League.
- His injury has disrupted the coaching staff’s strategy for the team.
Performance Statistics
Since joining Al-Hilal last summer, Núñez has participated in 8 matches, accumulating 524 minutes of play. In this period, he has:
- Scored 4 goals
- Provided 1 assist
- Received 1 yellow card
- Missed 5 matches due to injury
Current Standing in the League
Al-Hilal is currently ranked third in the Roshan Saudi League, with a total of 17 points. The team has achieved:
- 5 victories
- 2 draws
They are looking to extend their positive performance against Al-Najma on Friday evening. The outcome of this match could significantly impact their quest for the league title.
