Match Summary
Al Khaleej Saihat defeated Al Shabab 3:1. The match was played in Pro League 2023. Goals were scored by H. Diallo 20′, Mansour Hamzi 39′, Fábio Martins 68′, Mohamed Sherif 81′. 6 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Al Shabab had 66% possession while Al Khaleej Saihat held 34%. Al Shabab had 18 shots (3 on target) compared to 8 (3 on target) for Al Khaleej Saihat. Al Shabab made 4 substitutions, Al Khaleej Saihat made 5. VAR was involved: Card upgrade (Abdulelah 56′).
Match Events
Key match events between Al Shabab and Al Khaleej Saihat — 4 goals and 7 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Iago Santos
assist: Fábio Martins
Match Statistics
Al Shabab had 66% possession against Al Khaleej Saihat's 34%. Al Shabab registered 18 shots (3 on target) while Al Khaleej Saihat managed 8 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 7–4. Fouls committed: 21–20.
Lineups
Al Shabab lined up in a 4-5-1 formation under M. Keizer, while Al Khaleej Saihat deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Pedro Emanuel.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Al Shabab is 6.41, compared to 6.63 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 Shabab's highest-rated starter is Hussain Al Sibyani (6.41), while Al Khaleej Saihat's best-rated player is Mohammed Al Khabrani (6.64).
Defensive Solidity
Al Shabab deploy 4 defenders rated 6.41 on average, against Al Khaleej Saihat's 4-man backline averaging 6.64. 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 Khaleej Saihat's 5 rated 6.63. 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 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.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages —% for Al Shabab and 42% for Al Khaleej Saihat. 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 8 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 Shabab's starting XI is 24.0 (youngest: Hussain Al Sibyani (24), oldest: Hussain Al Sibyani (24)), while Al Khaleej Saihat average 32.5 (youngest: Mohammed Al Khabrani (32), oldest: Mansour Hamzi (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 Shabab's starters average 10 league appearances each, versus 23 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.
Substitutes
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Al Shabab have recorded 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 defeats. Al Khaleej Saihat show 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Al Shabab and Al Khaleej Saihat have met 2 times — Al Shabab won 0, Al Khaleej Saihat won 1, 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 (1 for the home side, 4 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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API data: 15 Mar 2026