DOHA, Qatar (Interstat) — A clash of form and fortune is set for Tuesday as Saudi Arabian powerhouse Al Hilal hosts Iraq’s Al Shorta SC in AFC Champions League World action.

Al Hilal enters the match riding a wave of momentum, having won five consecutive matches across all competitions. Their most recent result, a 2-1 victory over Al Fateh on Saturday, extended their unbeaten run to ten games. The Riyadh-based club has been prolific, scoring multiple goals in eight of those contests.

Conversely, Al Shorta SC is mired in a significant slump. The Iraqi club has lost three straight matches, most recently falling 1-0 to Deutscher Fussba on Nov. 3. During this losing streak, Al Shorta has been outscored 7-1, highlighting struggles at both ends of the pitch.

The statistical outlook heavily favors the hosts. Interstat’s game simulator projects a decisive 3-0 victory for Al Hilal.

Following this match, Al Hilal will resume its domestic campaign on Dec. 19 against Al Taawon, while Al Shorta SC’s next AFC Champions League fixture is a Dec. 22 home match against Al Ahli Saudi Club.