Match Summary
Al Taawon defeated Al-Nassr 2:0. The match was played in Pro League 2023. Goals were scored by L. Tawamba 20′, Ahmed Bahusayn 90′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Al-Nassr had 61% possession while Al Taawon held 39%. Al-Nassr had 24 shots (6 on target) compared to 8 (6 on target) for Al Taawon. Al-Nassr made 3 substitutions, Al Taawon made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty cancelled (Seko Fofana 45′).
Match Events
Key match events between Al-Nassr and Al Taawon — 2 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
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assist: Sattam Al Roqi
Match Statistics
Al-Nassr had 61% possession against Al Taawon's 39%. Al-Nassr registered 24 shots (6 on target) while Al Taawon managed 8 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 13–4. Fouls committed: 8–14.
Lineups
Al-Nassr lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Luís Castro, while Al Taawon deployed a 5-3-2 under Péricles Chamusca.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Al-Nassr is 6.90, compared to 6.96 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 M. Brozović (7.03), while Al Taawon's best-rated player is Andrei Girotto (7.16).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Al-Nassr have contributed 0 goals and 4 assists this season, led by —. Al Taawon's starters account for 4 goals and 1 assists, spearheaded by Waleed Al Ahmad (4G). 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 5-man backline averaging 7.08. 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 6.90, 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-Nassr start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 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 53% for Al-Nassr and 44% 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 13 yellow cards this season, compared to 16 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 31.0 (youngest: Abdullah Al Khaibari (29), oldest: M. Brozović (33)), while Al Taawon average 29.3 (youngest: Waleed Al Ahmad (26), oldest: Andrei Girotto (33)). 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 22 league appearances each, versus 18 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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