Match Summary
Al Riyadh defeated Abha 1:0. The match was played in Pro League 2023. Goals were scored by A. Gray 84′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Abha had 59% possession while Al Riyadh held 41%. Abha had 18 shots (2 on target) compared to 5 (2 on target) for Al Riyadh. Abha made 5 substitutions, Al Riyadh made 4. VAR was involved: Goal cancelled (Mohammed Al Shwirekh 67′).
Match Events
Key match events between Abha and Al Riyadh — 1 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Saleh Al Abbas
Match Statistics
Abha had 59% possession against Al Riyadh's 41%. Abha registered 18 shots (2 on target) while Al Riyadh managed 5 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 5–3. Fouls committed: 10–25.
Lineups
Abha lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under C. Michniewicz, while Al Riyadh deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Y. Ferrera.
Defensive Solidity
Abha deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Al Riyadh'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
Abha field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Al Riyadh'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
Abha start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Al Riyadh 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.
Substitutes
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Abha have recorded 4 wins, 2 draws and 0 defeats. Al Riyadh show 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
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API data: 15 Mar 2026