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Al-Hilal Parts Ways with Jorge Jesus, Names Mohammed Al-Shalhoub Interim Coach

The Saudi Pro League club makes a leadership change after an AFC Champions League semifinal exit, with five league matches remaining and Club World Cup preparations underway.

Soccer Football - Saudi Pro League - Al Hilal v Al Shabab - Kingdom Arena, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - April 21, 2025 Al Hilal coach Jorge Jesus is seen during the match REUTERS/Stringer
Portuguese coach Jorge Jesus has left Al Hilal

Overview

  • Al-Hilal has mutually agreed to terminate its contract with Portuguese coach Jorge Jesus following the team's AFC Champions League semifinal loss to Al-Ahli.
  • Club legend Mohammed Al-Shalhoub has been appointed as interim head coach to guide the team through the remainder of the season.
  • Al-Hilal currently sits second in the Saudi Pro League standings, six points behind leaders Al-Ittihad with five matches left to play.
  • The team is also gearing up for its participation in the expanded FIFA Club World Cup, set to take place in the United States this June and July.
  • Al-Shalhoub, one of Al-Hilal's most decorated players, spent his entire professional career at the club, winning 34 major titles.