Ruben Neves' stats with Al-Hilal: He breaks Carrillo's record and shines under Inzaghi
Portuguese star Ruben Neves, the midfield maestro of Saudi Arabia's Al-Hilal, continues to deliver dazzling performances, reaffirming his high technical value as one of the most prominent signings in the history of the Saudi Professional League. In the recent match between Al-Hilal and Al-Fayha, Neves dazzled the pitch, directly contributing to his team's dominance. He brilliantly created two goals for his teammates Mohammed Kanno and Brazilian Leonardo, proving once again that he is the driving force behind Al-Hilal's success.
Breaking Carrillo's historic records
Neves's decisive passes against Al-Fayha were more than just fleeting moments of brilliance; they paved the way for his historic achievement. With these two assists, the Portuguese star surpassed the record of former Al-Hilal legend, Peruvian André Carrillo, for most assists in the league. Neves's remarkable efficiency is striking; he reached 25 assists in just 73 matches, while Carrillo needed 129 matches to reach 23. This numerical advantage reflects the significant improvement in the pace of play and attacking efficiency that Neves has brought to Al-Hilal's midfield.
Tactical impact and advanced offensive roles
The statistics clearly show that Ruben Neves is not just a traditional defensive midfielder who simply intercepts passes, but a deep-lying playmaker with exceptional vision on the field. This qualitative shift in the player's performance is largely due to the tactical approach of Italian coach Filippo Inzaghi, who granted Neves greater freedom to advance into the attacking third. The numbers indicate that under Inzaghi's management, Neves scored 9 goals and provided 8 assists, making him an indispensable pillar of the starting lineup.
Season numbers and the glow of the final rounds
During the current season, Neves has participated in 22 matches across all competitions, making his mark by scoring 8 goals and providing 6 assists. His most impressive performance came in the last four rounds of the Roshan League, where he became the key player in the team's results, contributing to 8 goals (scoring 3 and assisting 5) against Al-Fayha, Neom, Al-Nassr, and Al-Hazm. These statistics confirm that the player is currently in his best form, both technically and physically.
A remarkable journey with the leader
Since joining Al-Hilal, Ruben Neves has played a total of 113 matches across all competitions, scoring 17 goals and providing 30 assists. These statistics highlight his consistency and level of performance, qualities that have made Al-Hilal a formidable force both domestically and continentally. Al-Hilal fans are placing great hope in Neves' contributions to continue winning titles and dominating the podium amidst the fierce competition currently witnessed in Saudi football.
