Gabriel Martinelli is set to miss Al-Hilal's AFC Champions League Elite fourth-round tie against Shabab Al-Ahli at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh on Tuesday because his fitness is not yet at the required level. It will be his third absence since the injury.
Set to miss Tuesday's tie
Martinelli will not be available for the match in Riyadh. He has already missed meetings with Al-Shamal in the AFC Champions League Elite and Al-Fateh in the Saudi Roshn League.
Injury and rehabilitation
Martinelli picked up the muscle injury during Al-Hilal's clash with Al-Qadsiah in the 11th round of the Saudi Roshn League on 23 October. According to Arriyadiyah, he is still working through a rehabilitation programme inside the club's clinic as he recovers from a hamstring injury.
Return date still unclear
According to Arriyadiyah, Martinelli is said to be progressing well, in line with the treatment and rehabilitation plan drawn up for him. According to Arriyadiyah, his chances of rejoining group training should become clearer, depending on how his body responds to the programme, and only then will his return to match action be mapped out.
Club timeline
Al-Hilal's official account on X confirmed at the time that Martinelli would need between 10 and 15 days of treatment and rehabilitation.
