12 August 2023 at 18:00

Pro League · Season 2023
Referee: Faisal Alblwi

Match Summary

Al-Fayha defeated Al Khaleej Saihat 3:1. The match was played in Pro League 2023. Goals were scored by Ricardo Ryller 13′, F. Sakala 45′, Sultan Mandash 76′ (pen.), Hisham Al Dubais 87′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Al-Fayha had 34% possession while Al Khaleej Saihat held 66%. Al-Fayha had 7 shots (3 on target) compared to 16 (4 on target) for Al Khaleej Saihat. Al-Fayha made 5 substitutions, Al Khaleej Saihat made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Sultan Mandash 74′).

Match Events

Key match events between Al-Fayha and Al Khaleej Saihat — 4 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.

Al-Fayha
Al Khaleej Saihat
Kick Off
Ricardo Ryller

assist: F. Sakala

13′
15′Khaled Al-Semeiry
A. NwakaemeMohammed Majrashi
20′
Ricardo RyllerVíctor Ruiz
20′
Gojko Cimirot29′
F. Sakala

assist: G. Cimirot

45+7′
Half Time
46′
Hamad Al AbdanRiyadh Al Ibrahim
Victor Ruiz49′
65′
Khaled Al SumairiHisham Al Dubais
Penalty confirmed74′
VAR
76′
G. CimirotSaud Zaydan
77′
Abdulrahman Al SafariOsama Al Khalaf
77′
Sultan MandashH. Onyekuru
86′
87′
Hisham Al Dubais

assist: Riyadh Al Ibrahim

89′
Omar Al OudahSaeed Al Hamsal
90+5′
Abdullah Al ShanqitiAbdulelah
90+5′
Ivo RodriguesHassan Al Majhad
Full Time

Match Statistics

Al-Fayha had 34% possession against Al Khaleej Saihat's 66%. Al-Fayha registered 7 shots (3 on target) while Al Khaleej Saihat managed 16 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 3–9. Fouls committed: 17–8.

3Shots on Goal4
3Shots off Goal3
7Total Shots16
1Blocked Shots9
5Shots insidebox13
2Shots outsidebox3
17Fouls8
3Corner Kicks9
3Offsides3
34%Ball Possession66%
3Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves0
296Total passes585
221Passes accurate501
75%Passes %86%
0expected_goals0

Lineups

Al-Fayha lined up in a 5-4-1 formation under V. Rašović, while Al Khaleej Saihat deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Pedro Emanuel.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Al-Fayha is 6.58, compared to — for Al Khaleej Saihat. 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-Fayha's highest-rated starter is F. Sakala (7.10), while Al Khaleej Saihat's best-rated player is —.

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Al-Fayha have contributed 10 goals and 3 assists this season, led by F. Sakala (10G). Al Khaleej Saihat'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-Fayha deploy 5 defenders rated 6.06 on average, against Al Khaleej Saihat'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-Fayha field 4 midfielders averaging 7.10, versus Al Khaleej Saihat'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-Fayha start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Al Khaleej Saihat 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-Fayha's starters have collected 4 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Al Khaleej Saihat. 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-Fayha's starting XI is 27.0 (youngest: Mukhir Al Rashidi (26), oldest: F. Sakala (28)), while Al Khaleej Saihat average 27.0 (youngest: Omar Al Oudah (27), oldest: Omar Al Oudah (27)). 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-Fayha's starters average 15 league appearances each, versus 0 for Al Khaleej Saihat. 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.

Al-FayhaPosition StrengthAl Khaleej Saihat
6.58
Avg Rating
6.06🛡 DEF (5 v 4)
0G 0A0G 0A
7.10 MID (4 v 5)
10G 3A0G 0A
Al-Fayha5-4-1
88🧤GKV. Stojković
8🛡DEFAbdulrahman Al Safari
22🛡DEFMohammed Al Baqawi
2🛡DEFMukhir Al Rashidi6.1
33🛡DEFHussain Al Shuwaish
98🛡DEFMuhannad Al Qaydhi
27MIDSultan Mandash
37MIDRicardo Ryller
13MIDG. Cimirot
17MIDF. Sakala7.110G3A
9FWDA. Nwakaeme
Al Khaleej Saihat4-2-3-1
23🧤GKI. Šehić
2🛡DEFOmar Al Oudah
13🛡DEFAbdullah Al Shanqiti
4🛡DEFL. López
5🛡DEFPedro Rebocho
55MIDJung Woo-Young
6MIDKhaled Al Sumairi
99MIDHamad Al Abdan
8MIDIvo Rodrigues
10MIDFábio Martins
11FWDAbdullah Al Salem

Substitutes

19(F)Mohammed Majrashi
10(F)Víctor Ruiz
6(M)Saud Zaydan
7(F)H. Onyekuru
28(G)Ahmed Al Kassar
11(M)Khalid Kaabi

Substitutes

70(F)Riyadh Al Ibrahim
39(D)Saeed Al Hamsal
17(M)Hassan Al Majhad
66(D)Hussein Freij
96(G)Marwan Al Haidari

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Al-Fayha have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. Al Khaleej Saihat show 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.

Al-Fayha

DLDWLW

Al Khaleej Saihat

WLLLDD

Head to Head

Al-Fayha and Al Khaleej Saihat have met 2 times — Al-Fayha won 1, Al Khaleej Saihat won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. A combined 7 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.50 per match (3 for the home side, 4 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–1 in 2026.

1

Al-Fayha

0

Drawn

1

Al Khaleej Saihat

Goals: 3Goals: 4

Recent Meetings (2)

28 Jan 2026Al-Fayha3 – 1Al Khaleej Saihat
13 Sept 2025Al Khaleej Saihat3 – 0Al-Fayha

API data: 15 Mar 2026

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