Al-Hilal side dominated the Saudi Pro League and reclaimed the title earlier in May 2024. The side had to face some tough competition, especially while facing quality opponents like Al-Ittihad and Al-Nassr. Although both sides failed to register a win over Al-Zaeem, they were close to shattering the team’s unbeaten run. One of the reasons for the same is the absence of Neymar Jr. Considered one of the most gifted and talented footballing talents in the world Neymar Jr. has a huge fanbase. The Brazilian striker maintains the status of one of the technical and most feared strikers in the football world. Hungarian Model Gabriella Gaspar Claims Brazilian Footballer Neymar Jr. as the Father Of Her Daughter.

The Al-Hilal side could use Neymar’s talent in three games only thus far. They will face Cristiano Ronaldo and his Al-Nassr side in the final of the King Cup of Champions 2024. Al-Nassr finished second in the league and in their recent meeting, a late penalty earned a draw for Al-Hilal. The addition of Neymar would provide Al-Hilal with more pace and attacking threat in the final third. But with his recent injuries, the question of his availability for the match remains unanswered.

Will Neymar Play in the Al-Hilal vs Al-Nassr King Cup of Champions 2024 Final Match?

Neymar is a great talent on the field as mentioned earlier and has skillsets to destroy opponent’s defence with ease. But his illustrious career has suffered a lot with multiple injuries. Very recently, the Al-Hilal forward has been suffering from a knee injury that has kept him sidelined since September of 2023. The star has shown great progress in rehab and was recently seen working out in a gym. However, as per Brazil's team doctor Rodrigo Lasmar, the injury Neymar has generally takes about nine months of recovery time. It's tough to rush the 31-year-old back to the pitch. Lucas Paqueta To Remain in Brazil Squad Ahead of Copa America 2024 As He Fights Spot-Fixing Charges in England.

Recently turned 32, Neymar won't be part of the Al-Hilal side to take on closest rivals Al-Nassr in the King Cup of Champions 2024 Final. Some medical experts even suggest that to recover fully, Neymar may have to miss the upcoming Copa America tournament, which will start in June 2024. The star would prefer to return to action for the next season to help his side maintain their authority in the league.

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