Hamdallah likely to miss Al-Taawoun clash against Al-Hilal due to hamstring injury

Abderrazak Hamdallah is increasingly unlikely to feature in Al-Taawoun's Saudi Roshn League match against Al-Hilal on Saturday. Saudi newspaper Arriyadiyah reported the Moroccan striker needs about seven days of treatment for a hamstring injury, meaning he will not be ready for the seventh-round fixture at Al-Taawoun's stadium in Buraidah. Hamdallah suffered the injury during a goalless draw with Al-Fateh in round five. That problem forced him to miss Al-Taawoun's 1-0 defeat to Al-Hazm in round six. Without their main striker, Al-Taawoun struggled to create clear chances and paid the price. The club is expected to avoid taking risks with Hamdallah, especially with an AFC Champions League 2 match against Oman's Al-Nahda coming up on September 16, 2026. Al-Taawoun believe Hamdallah can return for that game if his recovery goes as planned. Hamdallah has recorded three goals and one assist in six appearances for Al-Taawoun since joining from Al-Shabang? Actually from Al-Shabab during the summer transfer window. His absence leaves a significant gap in attack, and Al-Hilal will try to take advantage of that weakness. The focus now shifts to Al-Taawoun's tactical alternatives. The coaching staff must find a way to replace Hamdallah's movement, finishing and experience against one of the strongest squads in the league. Without him, Al-Taawoun will need a disciplined defensive display and sharper transitions to stay competitive in this tough test.