Match Summary
Al-Nassr defeated Al Shabab 3:2. The match was played in Pro League 2022. Goals were scored by C. Guanca 25′ (pen.), C. Guanca 40′, Talisca 44′, Abdulrahman Ghareeb 51′, Cristiano Ronaldo 59′. 8 yellow cards were shown. Al-Nassr had 45% possession while Al Shabab held 55%. Al-Nassr had 13 shots (6 on target) compared to 9 (3 on target) for Al Shabab. Al-Nassr made 5 substitutions, Al Shabab made 3. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Éver Banega 23′).
Match Events
Key match events between Al-Nassr and Al Shabab — 5 goals and 8 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
assist: Santi Mina
assist: Ali Al Hassan
assist: Ali Al Hassan
assist: Luiz Gustavo
Match Statistics
Al-Nassr had 45% possession against Al Shabab's 55%. Al-Nassr registered 13 shots (6 on target) while Al Shabab managed 9 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 7–4. Fouls committed: 8–18.
Lineups
Al-Nassr lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under D. Jeličić, while Al Shabab deployed a 4-3-3 under Vicente Moreno.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Al-Nassr is 6.76, 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-Nassr's highest-rated starter is Sultan Al Ghannam (6.89), while Al Shabab's best-rated player is —.
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Al-Nassr have contributed 2 goals and 2 assists this season, led by Abdulrahman Ghareeb (2G). Al Shabab'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 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-Nassr field 3 midfielders averaging 6.71, versus Al Shabab's 3 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-Nassr start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.74, compared to 3 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.
Discipline
Al-Nassr's starters have collected 11 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-Nassr's starting XI is 29.0 (youngest: Ali Al Hassan (28), oldest: Sultan Al Ghannam (31)), 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-Nassr's starters average 20 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
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Al-Nassr have recorded 5 wins, 1 draws and 0 defeats. Al Shabab show 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Al-Nassr and Al Shabab have met 1 times — Al-Nassr won 1, Al Shabab won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2026. Al-Nassr leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 5 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 5.00 per match (3 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–2 in 2026.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 15 Mar 2026