Match Summary
Al Shabab defeated Al-Hazm 4:1. The match was played in Pro League 2023. Goals were scored by Y. Carrasco 45′, Fawaz Al Saqour 45′, É. Banega 49′ (pen.), Tozé 66′, É. Banega 90′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Al Shabab had 56% possession while Al-Hazm held 44%. Al Shabab had 11 shots (7 on target) compared to 7 (5 on target) for Al-Hazm. Al Shabab made 4 substitutions, Al-Hazm made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Al Shabab and Al-Hazm — 5 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
assist: É. Banega
assist: Hussain Al Qahtani
Penalty
assist: F. Selemani
assist: Y. Carrasco
Match Statistics
Al Shabab had 56% possession against Al-Hazm's 44%. Al Shabab registered 11 shots (7 on target) while Al-Hazm managed 7 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 4–3. Fouls committed: 14–14.
Lineups
Al Shabab lined up in a 4-1-4-1 formation under J. Brown, while Al-Hazm deployed a 4-4-2 under Filipe Gouveia.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Al Shabab is 7.26, compared to — for Al-Hazm. 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 Y. Carrasco (7.62), while Al-Hazm's best-rated player is —.
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Al Shabab have contributed 13 goals and 6 assists this season, led by Y. Carrasco (13G). Al-Hazm'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 Shabab deploy 4 defenders rated 6.90 on average, against Al-Hazm'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 7.62, versus Al-Hazm's 4 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 Shabab start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Al-Hazm 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 Shabab's starters have collected 3 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Al-Hazm. 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 27.0 (youngest: Mohammed Essa Harbush (22), oldest: Y. Carrasco (32)), while Al-Hazm 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 Shabab's starters average 10 league appearances each, versus 0 for Al-Hazm. 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-Hazm show 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Al Shabab and Al-Hazm have met 2 times — Al Shabab won 2, Al-Hazm won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Al Shabab leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 5 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.50 per match (5 for the home side, 0 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 0–4 in 2026.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026