In the 2023-24 season, Al-Hilal emerged as the champions of the Saudi Pro League, claiming their 19th league title. The team secured the crown on May 11, 2024, after a dominant 4-1 away win over Al-Hazem, and completed the season undefeated. Al-Hilal’s success that campaign wasn’t just about winning — they made it look inevitable. SantaKick will take you through how they won, their key players, and what made this title run special.
Who is Al-Hilal and what’s their pedigree
Al-Hilal is one of the most storied clubs in Saudi Arabian and Asian football. They have won more Saudi league titles than any other club. By the end of the 2023-24 season, they had lifted the Saudi Pro League trophy 19 times. Their dominance is rooted in consistent investment, strong management, talented imports, and staying competitive at both domestic and international levels.
How Al-Hilal won the 2023-24 season
Here are the main factors that propelled Al-Hilal to the top:
- Invincible run: They completed the season with no losses, asserting total dominance over opponents.
- Early clinch: They secured the title with three games still to play, after their win over Al-Hazem. That result confirmed they could not be caught in the standings.
- Strong goal difference and consistency: They not only won often, but they also scored a massive number of goals and kept clean sheets, staying steady across the season.
- Key players stepped up: Aleksandar Mitrović, Sergej Milinković-Savić, and others were crucial in converting chances. The defensive side also stood firm during critical moments.
Top statistics from the 2023-24 season
Knowing which team won Saudi Pro League 2024 is great, but the numbers behind the wins reveal just how impressive the performance was. Here are some highlights:
- Goals scored: Over 900 goals were scored throughout the season.
- Top scorer: Cristiano Ronaldo was the league’s top scorer with 35 goals. Al-Hilal’s forwards also contributed heavily.
- Best goalkeeper: Yassine Bounou of Al-Hilal had the most clean sheets and was named Goalkee.
Who they beat and rivals
The competition didn’t fall flat. Al-Nassr, Al-Ahli and others pushed hard. Some notes:
- Al-Nassr were runners-up, but their challenge fell short.
- Al-Hilal set themselves apart by staying unbeaten, something few clubs manage over a full season of pressure.
What makes this title run special
What sets Al-Hilal’s 2023-24 title apart:
- Invincibility: Completing the season without a loss is rare in any top league.
- Early dominance: Clinching with games to spare shows consistency and mental strength.
- Squad depth: Contributions. Scoring & defense balance: Not just scoring a lot, but also keeping the opponents.
Aftermath and what’s next
After winning the 2023-24 Saudi Pro League, Al-Hilal qualified for the AFC Champions League (Elite), continuing to represent Saudi Arabia on the continental stage. Their success also raised expectations for the next season — maintaining form, key transfers, and handling pressure will be critical.
Conclusion
Al-Hilal won the Saudi Pro League 2024, securing their 19th title in an unbeaten, dominant campaign. For SantaKick readers, this season offered thrilling moments, breathtaking goals, and reaffirmed why Al-Hilal are the benchmark in Saudi football. If you want, SantaKick can also break down the match-by-match journey, compare this title run to past ones, or look ahead to which players might make the difference next season.
