Match Summary
Al Taawon defeated Al Shabab 3:0. The match was played in Pro League 2022. Goals were scored by L. Tawamba 34′, Saad Al Nasser 52′, Flávio 59′. 3 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Al Shabab had 47% possession while Al Taawon held 53%. Al Shabab had 10 shots (1 on target) compared to 8 (5 on target) for Al Taawon. Al Shabab made 5 substitutions, Al Taawon made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Al Shabab and Al Taawon — 3 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Abdulmalik Al Oyayari
assist: Álvaro Medrán
assist: L. Tawamba
Match Statistics
Al Shabab had 47% possession against Al Taawon's 53%. Al Shabab registered 10 shots (1 on target) while Al Taawon managed 8 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 3–3. Fouls committed: 14–14.
Lineups
Al Shabab lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Vicente Moreno, while Al Taawon deployed a 4-3-3 under Péricles Chamusca.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Al Shabab is 6.41, compared to 6.83 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 Shabab's highest-rated starter is Hussain Al Sibyani (6.41), while Al Taawon's best-rated player is A. El Mahdioui (6.99).
Defensive Solidity
Al Shabab deploy 4 defenders rated 6.41 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 Shabab field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Al Taawon's 3 rated 6.83. 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 Shabab start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 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 Shabab 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 Shabab's starters have collected 4 yellow cards this season, compared to 9 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 Shabab's starting XI is 24.0 (youngest: Hussain Al Sibyani (24), oldest: Hussain Al Sibyani (24)), while Al Taawon average 29.0 (youngest: Flávio (29), oldest: Flávio (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 Shabab's starters average 10 league appearances each, versus 21 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
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Al Shabab have recorded 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 defeats. Al Taawon show 1 wins, 3 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Al Shabab and Al Taawon have met 1 times — Al Shabab won 0, Al Taawon won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2026. Al Taawon leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 2 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.00 per match (0 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–0 in 2026.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 15 Mar 2026