Odion Ighalo has consolidated his position as the leading scorer in the Saudi Arabian top league after he fired a hat-trick to take his tally to 19 thus far.
Al Hilal pushed into second place in the standings after Ighalo scored thrice in the first half at home against Al Ahli.
Ighalo, who has been named in the Super Eagles squad for World Cup playoffs against Ghana, hit target in the 11th, 34th and first half stoppage time for Al Hilal to lead 3-0 by halftime.
Al Hilal eventually won 4-2 to climb to second spot in the standings with 49 points from 23 matches.
Al Ittihad are top of the table on 60 points, but have played two matches more than their closest rivals.
