The Al-Hilal football team delegation arrived in Tashkent on Monday evening, gearing up for their highly anticipated AFC Champions League Round of 16 first-leg match against Uzbekistan’s Pakhtakor. The match is scheduled to take place on Tuesday evening, but concerns over extreme weather conditions have cast a shadow over the fixture.
Tashkent is currently blanketed in snow, with temperatures plummeting to -5°C, raising fears of a potential postponement or the match being played under harsh weather conditions. The freezing climate could pose significant challenges for both teams, particularly Al-Hilal, who are more accustomed to milder weather in Saudi Arabia.
Al-Hilal, who topped their group in the AFC Champions League without a single defeat, are determined to secure a positive result in the first leg. A strong performance in Tashkent would significantly ease their path in the second leg, which will be held in the more familiar and favorable conditions of Riyadh.
The Saudi giants are aiming to continue their impressive run in the tournament and advance further in their quest for continental glory. However, the freezing temperatures and snowy surroundings in Tashkent could prove to be an unexpected hurdle in their campaign.
Fans and officials alike will be closely monitoring the weather updates, as the decision to proceed with the match or delay it will depend on the conditions in the coming hours.
Al-Hilal Arrives in Tashkent Amid Freezing Conditions Ahead of AFC Champions League Clash
