Match Summary
Al-Nassr defeated Al Taawon 2:1. The match was played in Pro League 2022. Goals were scored by Abdulrahman Ghareeb 17′, Álvaro Medrán 47′, Abdullah Madu 78′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Al-Nassr had 47% possession while Al Taawon held 53%. Al-Nassr had 20 shots (11 on target) compared to 7 (2 on target) for Al Taawon. Al-Nassr made 5 substitutions, Al Taawon made 4. VAR was involved: Goal cancelled (Léandre Tawamba 69′), Goal confirmed (Cristiano Ronaldo 82′).
Match Events
Key match events between Al-Nassr and Al Taawon — 3 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Cristiano Ronaldo
assist: Mohammed Al Ghamdi
assist: Cristiano Ronaldo
Match Statistics
Al-Nassr had 47% possession against Al Taawon's 53%. Al-Nassr registered 20 shots (11 on target) while Al Taawon managed 7 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 3–4. Fouls committed: 18–8.
Lineups
Al-Nassr lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under R. Garcia, while Al Taawon deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Péricles Chamusca.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Al-Nassr is 6.76, compared to 6.99 for Al Taawon. 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 Sultan Al Ghannam (6.89), while Al Taawon's best-rated player is A. El Mahdioui (6.99).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Al-Nassr have contributed 2 goals and 2 assists this season, led by Abdulrahman Ghareeb (2G). Al Taawon's starters account for 0 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by —. 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 6.89 on average, against Al Taawon's 4-man backline averaging —. 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 5 midfielders averaging 6.70, versus Al Taawon's 5 rated 6.99. 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 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Al Taawon 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 —% for Al-Nassr and 48% for Al Taawon. 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 6 yellow cards this season, compared to 5 for Al Taawon. 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 29.0 (youngest: Ali Al Hassan (28), oldest: Sultan Al Ghannam (31)), while Al Taawon average 29.0 (youngest: A. El Mahdioui (29), oldest: A. El Mahdioui (29)). 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 19 league appearances each, versus 24 for Al Taawon. 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
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Al-Nassr have recorded 5 wins, 1 draws and 0 defeats. Al Taawon show 1 wins, 3 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Al-Nassr and Al Taawon have met 4 times — Al-Nassr won 3, Al Taawon won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2024. Al-Nassr leads the head-to-head with 3 victories from 4 meetings. A combined 9 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.25 per match (8 for the home side, 1 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (25%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 0–5 in 2025.
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API data: 15 Mar 2026