Simone Inzaghi Signs to Coach Saudi Club Al-Hilal

Simone Inzaghi has officially been appointed as the new head coach of Al Hilal, signing a contract that extends until June 2027. His arrival marks a significant move for the Saudi Pro League club as they prepare for major competitions, including the FIFA Club World Cup.

Inzaghi joins Al Hilal after a highly successful four-year tenure at Inter Milan, where he secured six titles, including the 2023/24 Serie A championship. He also led the team to two UEFA Champions League finals, facing Manchester City and Paris Saint-Germain. His tactical prowess was evident in Inter’s victories over Bayern Munich and Barcelona in the knockout stages.

Al Hilal has assembled a star-studded squad, featuring players such as Yassine Bounou, Kalidou Koulibaly, Joao Cancelo, Ruben Neves, Sergej Milinkovic-Savic, Malcom, Salem Al-Dawsari, Aleksandar Mitrovic, and Marcos Leonardo. The club, a four-time Asian champion, has a strong history in international competitions, including a memorable performance against Real Madrid in the FIFA Intercontinental Cup final in 2022.

Inzaghi’s first major challenge will be leading Al Hilal at the FIFA Club World Cup in the United States, where they will compete in Group H against Real Madrid, FC Salzburg, and CF Pachuca. Their opening match is set to take place at Miami’s Hard Rock Stadium on June 18.