3 February 2025 at 18:00
Match Summary
Al-Nassr defeated Al-Wasl FC 4:0. The match was played in AFC Champions League Elite 2024. Goals were scored by Ali Al Hassan 25′, Cristiano Ronaldo 44′ (pen.), Cristiano Ronaldo 78′, Mohammed Al Fatil 88′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Al-Nassr had 64% possession while Al-Wasl FC held 36%. Al-Nassr had 10 shots (5 on target) compared to 8 (1 on target) for Al-Wasl FC. Al-Nassr made 5 substitutions, Al-Wasl FC made 4. VAR was involved: Card reviewed (Ali Lajami 16′), Penalty confirmed (Sadio Mané 43′).
Match Events
Key match events between Al-Nassr and Al-Wasl FC — 4 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: M. Simakan
Penalty
assist: S. Mané
assist: M. Brozović
Match Statistics
Al-Nassr had 64% possession against Al-Wasl FC's 36%. Al-Nassr registered 10 shots (5 on target) while Al-Wasl FC managed 8 (1 on target). Corner kicks: 3–5. Fouls committed: 8–13.
Lineups
Al-Nassr lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under S. Pioli, while Al-Wasl FC deployed a 5-3-2 under M. Milojević.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Al-Nassr is 7.10, compared to 6.94 for Al-Wasl FC. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Al-Nassr's highest-rated starter is Ângelo (7.39), while Al-Wasl FC's best-rated player is N. Giménez (7.63).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Al-Nassr have contributed 43 goals and 23 assists this season, led by Cristiano Ronaldo (24G). Al-Wasl FC's starters account for 10 goals and 8 assists, spearheaded by N. Giménez (3G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Al-Nassr deploy 4 defenders rated 7.04 on average, against Al-Wasl FC's 5-man backline averaging 6.85. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Al-Nassr field 4 midfielders averaging 7.13, versus Al-Wasl FC's 4 rated 6.96. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Al-Nassr start 2 forward(s) averaging 7.16, compared to 1 for Al-Wasl FC averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 87% for Al-Nassr and 82% for Al-Wasl FC. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Al-Nassr's starters have collected 27 yellow cards this season, compared to 3 for Al-Wasl FC. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Al-Nassr's starting XI is 28.5 (youngest: Ângelo (21), oldest: Cristiano Ronaldo (40)), while Al-Wasl FC average 29.0 (youngest: S. Sidibe (24), oldest: Salem Al Azizi (32)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Al-Nassr's starters average 22 league appearances each, versus 8 for Al-Wasl FC. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: S. Pioli
Substitutes
Coach: M. Milojević
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Al-Nassr have recorded 6 wins, 0 draws and 0 defeats. Al-Wasl FC show 2 wins, 0 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Al-Nassr vs Al-Wasl FC Head to Head Results
Al-Nassr and Al-Wasl FC have met 2 times — Al-Nassr won 1, Al-Wasl FC won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2026. Al-Nassr leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 4 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.00 per match (4 for the home side, 0 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 0–4 in 2026.
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 20 Apr 2026