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Al-Hilal Confirms Bono Thigh Injury Following AFCON Return

Al-Hilal Confirms Bono Thigh Injury Following AFCON Return

21 January 2026at20:35

Saudi club Al-Hilal announced on Tuesday that their Moroccan goalkeeper, Yassine Bounou, is suffering from an injury following his return from participating with the Moroccan national team in the Africa Cup of Nations finals.

The club confirmed in an official statement that Bounou attended the "Mina" clinic at the team's headquarters, where he was diagnosed with an anterior thigh muscle injury sustained during his participation with the national team.

The statement added that the Moroccan goalkeeper would undergo an MRI scan today to determine the extent of the injury and the duration of his absence.

It is worth noting that Al-Hilal is scheduled to face Al-Fayha tomorrow, Thursday, in a match for the 17th round of the Roshn Saudi League, kicking off at 6:30 PM (GMT+1).

What injury did Yassine Bounou sustain after AFCON?

Al-Hilal's Moroccan goalkeeper, Yassine Bounou, was diagnosed with an anterior thigh muscle injury, sustained while representing his national team at the Africa Cup of Nations. He is scheduled for an MRI to determine the full extent and recovery timeline.

How does Bono's injury impact Al-Hilal's next match?

With Bono sidelined, Al-Hilal is scheduled to face Al-Fayha tomorrow, Thursday, in a 17th-round match of the Roshn Saudi League, kicking off at 6:30 PM (GMT+1).