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Al-Hilal's Martinelli Misses Clash with Shabab Al-Ahli

Brazilian winger will miss AFC Champions League Elite match due to ongoing hamstring injury.

New York Editorial News Desk November 1, 2026 1 min read

The Brief

  • Martinelli remains in rehabilitation after a hamstring injury.
  • His return to training and match action is pending further assessment.
  • This is his third absence since the injury, including previous matches against Al-Shamal and Al-Fateh.

Al-Hilal's Brazilian winger, Gabriel Martinelli, will miss Tuesday's AFC Champions League Elite match against Shabab Al-Ahli due to ongoing hamstring injury rehabilitation.

According to Saudi newspaper Arriyadiyah, Martinelli is undergoing a recovery program at the club's clinic and is progressing as expected with the treatment plan.

Al-Hilal's official account on X previously stated that Martinelli would require between 10 and 15 days of treatment and rehabilitation following his injury.

Martinelli sustained the muscle injury during Al-Hilal's Saudi Roshn League match against Al-Qadsiah on 23 October.

This absence marks his third missed match since the injury, including games against Al-Shamal of Qatar and Al-Fateh in the Saudi Roshn League.

The club will determine his potential return to training and match action based on his response to the rehabilitation program.

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