Red Bull Salzburg vs Al Hilal Riyadh Predictions

• Salzburg lost the xG battle in their opening win over Mexican side Pachuca
• Al Hilal held their own against Real Madrid and created plenty of chances
• Salzburg look vulnerable at this tournament, having struggled domestically while losing seven of eight Champions League games this term

Inzaghi can claim first win

Simone Inzaghi made an impression in his first game as manager of Al Hilal, holding Real Madrid to a 1-1 draw. The Italian departed Inter Milan after their 5-0 loss to PSG in the Champions League final, but his new charges held together well against the European Cup’s most successful side.

Al Hilal created chances against Madrid, while they held up well against the Spaniards at the other end. The Saudi Arabian side have plenty of familiar names at the back, including Morocco goalkeeper Bono, former Man City full-back Joao Cancelo, and ex-Chelsea defender Kalidou Koulibaly.

They’re backed to stop a Salzurg side who were fortunate winners in their opening game. The Austrian outfit beat Pachuca 2-1, but the Mexican side won the xG battle 1.4 to 0.91.

Salzburg’s domestic dominance has faded away, while the club lost seven of their eight Champions League matches. Al Hilal are a well-coached side with some talented players, so they’re a good price to continue their strong start to the tournament with a victory.