Match Summary
Al Khaleej Saihat defeated Abha 3:1. The match was played in Pro League 2023. Goals were scored by Fábio Martins 16′, Mohamed Sherif 45′, Ivo Rodrigues 59′, Zakaria Al Sudani 80′. 6 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Al Khaleej Saihat had 47% possession while Abha held 53%. Al Khaleej Saihat had 7 shots (3 on target) compared to 13 (3 on target) for Abha. Al Khaleej Saihat made 5 substitutions, Abha made 4. VAR was involved: Goal confirmed (Zakaria Al-Sudani 81′).
Match Events
Key match events between Al Khaleej Saihat and Abha — 4 goals and 7 cards recorded during the match.
assist: K. Narey
assist: Ivo Rodrigues
assist: Abdulelah Al Shammry
Match Statistics
Al Khaleej Saihat had 47% possession against Abha's 53%. Al Khaleej Saihat registered 7 shots (3 on target) while Abha managed 13 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 6–6. Fouls committed: 16–13.
Lineups
Al Khaleej Saihat lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under Pedro Emanuel, while Abha deployed a 3-4-3 under Y. Al Manai.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Al Khaleej Saihat is 6.63, compared to — for Abha. 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 Khaleej Saihat's highest-rated starter is Mohammed Al Khabrani (6.64), while Abha's best-rated player is —.
Defensive Solidity
Al Khaleej Saihat deploy 4 defenders rated 6.64 on average, against Abha's 3-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 Khaleej Saihat field 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Abha'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 Khaleej Saihat start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.63, compared to 3 for Abha 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 42% for Al Khaleej Saihat and —% for Abha. 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 Khaleej Saihat's starters have collected 8 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Abha. 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 Khaleej Saihat's starting XI is 32.5 (youngest: Mohammed Al Khabrani (32), oldest: Mansour Hamzi (33)), while Abha 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 Khaleej Saihat's starters average 23 league appearances each, versus 0 for Abha. 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 Khaleej Saihat have recorded 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 defeats. Abha show 4 wins, 2 draws and 0 losses from their last 6 outings.
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API data: 15 Mar 2026