Match Summary
Al Shabab defeated Al Khaleej Saihat 3:2. The match was played in Pro League 2022. Goals were scored by C. Guanca 3′, A. Boupendza 6′, Fábio Martins 14′, S. Çikalleshi 38′, Hussain Al Qahtani 59′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Al Khaleej Saihat had 43% possession while Al Shabab held 57%. Al Khaleej Saihat had 14 shots (7 on target) compared to 9 (4 on target) for Al Shabab. Al Khaleej Saihat made 3 substitutions, Al Shabab made 4. VAR was involved: Goal cancelled (Fábio Martins 11′).
Match Events
Key match events between Al Khaleej Saihat and Al Shabab — 5 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Hussain Al Qahtani
assist: Pedro Amaral
assist: A. Biyogo Poko
assist: É. Banega
Match Statistics
Al Khaleej Saihat had 43% possession against Al Shabab's 57%. Al Khaleej Saihat registered 14 shots (7 on target) while Al Shabab managed 9 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 3–7. Fouls committed: 15–17.
Lineups
Al Khaleej Saihat lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Pedro Emanuel, while Al Shabab deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Vicente Moreno.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Al Khaleej Saihat is 6.64, compared to — for Al Shabab. 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 Khaleej Saihat's highest-rated starter is Mohammed Al Khabrani (6.64), while Al Shabab's best-rated player is —.
Defensive Solidity
Al Khaleej Saihat deploy 4 defenders rated 6.64 on average, against Al Shabab'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 Khaleej Saihat field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Al Shabab's 5 rated —. 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 Khaleej Saihat start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Al Shabab 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 42% for Al Khaleej Saihat and —% for Al Shabab. 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 Khaleej Saihat's starters have collected 5 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Al Shabab. 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 Khaleej Saihat's starting XI is 29.5 (youngest: Omar Al Oudah (27), oldest: Mohammed Al Khabrani (32)), while Al Shabab average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). 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 Khaleej Saihat's starters average 23 league appearances each, versus 0 for Al Shabab. 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 Khaleej Saihat have recorded 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 defeats. Al Shabab show 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Al Khaleej Saihat and Al Shabab have met 2 times — Al Khaleej Saihat won 1, Al Shabab won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Al Khaleej Saihat leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 5 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.50 per match (4 for the home side, 1 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–4 in 2025.
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Al Khaleej Saihat
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026