# Al Hilal Club (Omdurman)

Al Hilal Sports Club (Arabic: نادي الهلال للتربية), known as Al Hilal S.C or simply Al Hilal, is a Sudanese professional football club based in Omdurman that competes in the Sudan Premier League. The club currently competes in the Super D1, the top-flight of football in Mauritania, due to the Sudanese civil war.

## Name and History

The name Hilāl is derived from the Arabic word for "crescent," a name chosen on a memorable night when the crescent moon was distinctly visible in the sky over Omdurman. This symbolic choice reflects the club's deep cultural roots and connection to Sudanese identity. Remarkably, Al-Hilal holds the distinction of being the first club in the world to adopt the name "Al-Hilal," establishing a legacy that inspired several other clubs across the Arab and Islamic world to follow suit.
The club's motto, "Allah – Al-Watan – Al-Hilal," translates to "God – The Nation – Al-Hilal" in English. This powerful slogan embodies the club's unwavering commitment to faith, patriotism, and sporting excellence, values that have guided Al-Hilal throughout its rich history.
Al-Hilal's home ground, the iconic Al-Hilal Stadium, is fondly nicknamed "The Blue Jewel." The stadium was officially inaugurated in January 2018 after significant renovations, symbolizing a new era for the club. What sets Al-Hilal apart from many other prominent African football giants is that their stadium was constructed entirely with the club's own private funding. This achievement reflects the club's financial independence and the dedication of its supporters. Unlike clubs such as Al Ahly and Zamalek, who utilize the Cairo International Stadium, or TP Mazembe, whose home ground was funded through governmental support, Al-Hilal's stadium stands as a testament to the club's self-reliance and resilience.
This pioneering accomplishment further cements Al-Hilal's status as a trailblazer in African football, showcasing their influence both on and off the pitch.

## Rivalries

Al Hilal shares a fiery and deeply rooted rivalry with Al Merrikh, a clash that never fails to ignite passion and sell out stadiums. As the only true contender to Al Hilal's league dominance, Al Merrikh’s presence fuels one of Africa’s most intense derbies. Both clubs call Omdurman home, separated only by Al-Ardha Street — a symbolic divide between Sudan’s two football giants. Yet, recent results and continental performances have made one thing clear: Al Hilal stands supreme, towering over their rivals as the undisputed powerhouse of Sudanese football.

## Continental Rivalries

Al Hilal has built fierce continental rivalries with powerhouse clubs like Al Ahly, TP Mazembe, ES Tunis, and Mamelodi Sundowns. While Sundowns may not be widely seen as a rivalry by most Sudanese fans, their encounters still carry weight. Matches against Al Ahly are notoriously heated, often marred by tension, controversy, and even clashes — frequently fueled by racial conflict between Egyptian and Sudanese supporters. However, in recent times, Al Hilal and Al Ahly's management have taken steps toward reconciliation, working to mend tensions and foster better relations; a testament to the intense history and impact of their fierce rivalry. Meanwhile, battles with ES Tunis and TP Mazembe are defined by relentless intensity and high stakes, with a fiercely contested head-to-head record that amplifies the rivalry's fire.

## Players

    As of 16 January 2025
Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.
| No. | Pos. | Nation | Player |
| 1 | GK | CIV | Eisa Fofana |
| 3 | MF | SDN | Abdel Raouf (3th Captain) |
| 4 | DF | SDN | Eltayeb Abdelrazeg |
| 5 | DF | SDN | Mazen Simbo |
| 6 | DF | SDN | Muhamed Ering |
| 7 | FW | BDI | Jean Claude Girumugisha |
| 8 | MF | SEN | Ethane Tendeng |
| 9 | FW | SDN | Yaser Muzmel |
| 10 | FW | SDN | Muhamed Abdelrahman (Captain) |
| 11 | FW | MLI | Adama Coulibaly |
| 12 | DF | MTN | Khadim Diaw |
| 13 | FW | SDN | Ali Abdallah Hemedelnil |
| 15 | MF | SDN | Salah Adel |
| 16 | GK | SDN | Muhamed Madani |
| 18 | MF | SEN | Madicke Kane |
| 21 | MF | SDN | Walieldin Khedr |
| No. | Pos. | Nation | Player |
| 22 | DF | SDN | Faris Abdalla (Vice-Captain) |
| 23 | FW | MTN | Ahmed Salem Mubarak |
| 24 | DF | COD | Steven Ebuela |
| 25 | MF | SDN | Musab Kurduman |
| 26 | DF | SEN | Junior Marc Mendy |
| 27 | MF | MTN | Guessouma Fofana |
| 28 | FW | SDN | Ahmed Esmat |
| 29 | GK | SDN | Ali Abu Eshrein |
| 30 | FW | TUN | Taieb Ben Zitoun |
| 31 | MF | SDN | Yaser Awad |
| 32 | GK | SDN | Mohamed Abdallah Kidiaba |
| 35 | MF | SDN | Fakhreldin Suliman |
| 36 | FW | SDN | Alothaimeen Shamseldin |
| 37 | DF | SDN | Marwan Rajab |
| 38 | DF | SEN | Ousmane Diouf |

### Out on loan

Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.
| No. | Pos. | Nation | Player |
| — | GK | SDN | Omer Yusuf (on loan) Al-Hilal SC (Al-Managel) (Until June 2025) |
| — | DF | SDN | Ahmed Yahia (on loan) Al-Berans SC (Until June 2025) |
| — | DF | SDN | Esmat Abdelhameed (on loan) Asante Kotoko S.C. (Until June 2025) |
| — | MF | SDN | Emad Salah El-Sini (on loan) Al Merreikh FC (South Sudan)(Until June 2025) |
| — | FW | SDN | Muhamed Almunzer (on loan) Al Akhdar SC (Until June 2025) |
| — | MF | SDN | Suliman Ezallah (on loan) Al-Nasr SC (Benghazi) (Until June 2025) |
| — | MF | SDN | Osman Mukhtar (on loan) Abu Salem SC (Until June 2025) |
| — | MF | SDN | Alsheikh Muhamed (on loan) Abu Salem SC (Until June 2025) |
| — | MF | SDN | Telal Adel (on loan) Al-Amir SC (Dongola) (Until June 2025) |
| — | MF | SDN | Shukri Musa (on loan) Al-Sheroug SC (Zintan) (Until June 2025) |
| — | FW | SDN | Amjed Esam (on loan) Al-Ahrar SC (Zeliten) (Until June 2025) |
| — | FW | SDN | Anas Saeed (on loan) Al-Berans SC (Until January 2025) |
| — | FW | SDN | Abdelazim Sheikheldin (on loan) Al-Sadaqa FC (Until June 2025) |
| — | FW | ZAM | Albert Kangwanda (on loan) CFC Spartani Sportul (Until June 2025) |
| — | FW | SEN | Pape Abdou (on loan) Al-Sadaqa (Until June 2025) |

## Honours
### National titles

* Sudan League/Sudan Premier League: 30 (Record)
** Champion: 1965, 1966, 1969, 1973, 1981, 1983, 1984, 1986, 1987,1989, 1991, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1998, 1999, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2010, 2012, 2014, 2016, 2017, 2020–21, 2021–22, 2023-24
* Sudan Cup: 8
** Champion: 1998, 2000, 2002, 2004, 2009, 2011, 2016, 2021–22

### African titles

* CAF Champions League
** Runner-up: (2) 1987, 1992

### Arab titles

* Arab Cup Winners' Cup
** Runner-up: (1) 2002

## Performance in Caf Competition

* CAF Champions League 38 Appearances
* 1966 - Semi-finals
* 1967 - First round
* 1970 - Second round
* 1974 - Second round
* 1982 - Second round
* 1984 - First round
* 1985 - Second round
* 1987 - Finalist
* 1988 - Quarter-finals
* 1990 - Quarter-finals
* 1992 - Finalist
* 1995 - First round
* 1996 - First round
* 1997 - Second round
* 1999 - Second round
* 2000 - First round
* 2004 - Second round
* 2005 - First round
* 2006 - Second round
* 2007 - Semi-finals
* 2008 - Group stage
* 2009 - Semi-finals
* 2010 - Second round
* 2011 - Semi-finals
* 2012 - Second round
* 2013 - First round
* 2014 - Group stage
* 2015 - Semi-finals
* 2016 - First round
* 2017 - Group stage
* 2018 - First round
* 2018-19 - First round
* 2019-20 - Group stage
* 2020-21 - Group stage
* 2021-22 - Group stage
* 2022-23 - Group stage
* 2023-24 - Group stage
* 2024-25 -

## Performance in Cecafa Competition

* CECAFA Clubs Cup 9 Appearances
* 1985 - Group stage
* 1987 - Group stage
* 1988 - 3rd Place
* 1989 - Group stage
* 1992 - Group stage
* 1994 - Semi-finals
* 1996 - Group stage
* 1999 - Quarter-finals
* 2024 - 3rd Place