The same man scored the decisive goal as Saudi Arabia sensationally beat eventual world champions Argentina in the World Cup group stage in Qatar.
Al-Hilal surprisingly knocked out Brazilian giants Flamengo 3-2 in the semi-finals in Morocco and Salem Al-Dawsari also played in Luciano Vietto’s 3-1 goal.
Pedro reduced in added time but the Brazilians failed to get the equaliser, which led to extra time.
In the final in Rabat on Saturday, Al-Hilal face either Real Madrid or Al-Ahly of Egypt, Wednesday night’s semi-finalists.
Copa Libertadores winners Flamengo qualified directly for the semi-finals while A-Hilal got there after a penalty shoot-out win against Wydad Casablanca.