Match Summary
Al-Nassr defeated Al Riyadh 4:1. The match was played in Pro League 2023. Goals were scored by Cristiano Ronaldo 31′, Otávio 45′, Talisca 67′, A. Gray 68′, Talisca 90′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Al-Nassr had 67% possession while Al Riyadh held 33%. Al-Nassr had 22 shots (8 on target) compared to 1 (1 on target) for Al Riyadh. Al-Nassr made 3 substitutions, Al Riyadh made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty cancelled (Cristiano Ronaldo 15′).
Match Events
Key match events between Al-Nassr and Al Riyadh — 5 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
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assist: Cristiano Ronaldo
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assist: Sultan Al Ghannam
Match Statistics
Al-Nassr had 67% possession against Al Riyadh's 33%. Al-Nassr registered 22 shots (8 on target) while Al Riyadh managed 1 (1 on target). Corner kicks: 9–2. Fouls committed: 9–11.
Lineups
Al-Nassr lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Luís Castro, while Al Riyadh deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Odair Hellmann.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Al-Nassr is 7.14, compared to — for Al Riyadh. 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 Otávio (7.51), while Al Riyadh's best-rated player is —.
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Al-Nassr have contributed 1 goals and 9 assists this season, led by Otávio (1G). Al Riyadh'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-Nassr deploy 4 defenders rated 6.89 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
Al-Nassr field 5 midfielders averaging 7.27, 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
Al-Nassr 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.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 48% for Al-Nassr and —% for Al Riyadh. 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 11 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Al Riyadh. 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 31.3 (youngest: Otávio (30), oldest: M. Brozović (33)), while Al Riyadh 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-Nassr's starters average 24 league appearances each, versus 0 for Al Riyadh. 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 Riyadh show 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Al-Nassr and Al Riyadh have met 2 times — Al-Nassr won 2, Al Riyadh won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Al-Nassr leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 7 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.50 per match (6 for the home side, 1 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 5–1 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026