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29 December 2023 at 15:00

Pro League · Season 2023
Referee: M. Escobar

Match Summary

Al-Hilal Saudi FC defeated Al-Fayha 2:0. The match was played in Pro League 2023. Goals were scored by Ali Al Bulayhi 86′, 1 A. Mitrović 90′ (pen.). 6 yellow cards were shown. Al-Fayha had 27% possession while Al-Hilal Saudi FC held 73%. Al-Fayha had 2 shots (0 on target) compared to 14 (6 on target) for Al-Hilal Saudi FC. Al-Fayha made 4 substitutions, Al-Hilal Saudi FC made 4. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Mohammed Al-Burayk 90′).

Match Events

Key match events between Al-Fayha and Al-Hilal Saudi FC — 2 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.

Al-Fayha
Al-Hilal Saudi FC
Kick Off
Half Time
V. StojkovićAhmed Al Kassar
46′
57′
Mohamed KannoAbdullah Al Hamddan
57′
Yasir Al ShahraniMohammed Al Burayk
76′
MichaelMohammed Al Qahtani
Sultan MandashOsama Al Khalaf
85′
Saud Zidan87′
Hussain Al-Showaish90+11′
VAR
90+9′Penalty confirmed
Saud ZaydanRakan Kaabi
90+5′
Nawaf Al HarthiMuhannad Al Qaydhi
90+2′
90′
Salem Al DawsariNasser Al Dawsari
90+11′
1 A. Mitrović

Penalty

Full Time

Match Statistics

Al-Fayha had 27% possession against Al-Hilal Saudi FC's 73%. Al-Fayha registered 2 shots (0 on target) while Al-Hilal Saudi FC managed 14 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 1–4. Fouls committed: 11–12.

0Shots on Goal6
1Shots off Goal6
2Total Shots14
1Blocked Shots2
2Shots insidebox11
0Shots outsidebox3
11Fouls12
1Corner Kicks4
5Offsides4
27%Ball Possession73%
5Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
4Goalkeeper Saves0
242Total passes646
156Passes accurate555
64%Passes %86%
0expected_goals0

Lineups

Al-Fayha lined up in a 5-4-1 formation under V. Rašović, while Al-Hilal Saudi FC deployed a 4-3-3 under Jorge Jesus.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Al-Fayha is 6.67, compared to 7.06 for Al-Hilal Saudi FC. 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-Fayha's highest-rated starter is F. Sakala (7.10), while Al-Hilal Saudi FC's best-rated player is Salem Al Dawsari (7.48).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Al-Fayha have contributed 10 goals and 3 assists this season, led by F. Sakala (10G). Al-Hilal Saudi FC's starters account for 12 goals and 10 assists, spearheaded by Salem Al Dawsari (7G). 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-Fayha deploy 5 defenders rated 6.52 on average, against Al-Hilal Saudi FC's 4-man backline averaging 6.45. 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-Fayha field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Al-Hilal Saudi FC's 3 rated 7.24. 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-Fayha start 1 forward(s) averaging 7.10, compared to 3 for Al-Hilal Saudi FC averaging 7.48. 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-Fayha's starters have collected 8 yellow cards this season, compared to 2 for Al-Hilal Saudi FC. 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-Fayha's starting XI is 29.3 (youngest: Mukhir Al Rashidi (26), oldest: Sami Al Khaibari (36)), while Al-Hilal Saudi FC average 33.5 (youngest: Mohamed Kanno (31), oldest: Ali Al Bulayhi (36)). 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-Fayha's starters average 18 league appearances each, versus 12 for Al-Hilal Saudi FC. 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.

Al-FayhaPosition StrengthAl-Hilal Saudi FC
6.67
Avg Rating
7.06
6.52🛡 DEF (5 v 4)6.45
0G 0A0G 0A
MID (4 v 3)7.24
0G 0A5G 2A
7.10 FWD (1 v 3)7.48
10G 3A7G 8A
Al-Fayha5-4-1
88🧤GKV. Stojković
22🛡DEFMohammed Al Baqawi
2🛡DEFMukhir Al Rashidi6.1
4🛡DEFSami Al Khaibari6.9
33🛡DEFHussain Al Shuwaish
29🛡DEFNawaf Al Harthi6.6
27MIDSultan Mandash
6MIDSaud Zaydan
8MIDAbdulrahman Al Safari
7MIDH. Onyekuru
17FWDF. Sakala7.110G3A
Al-Hilal Saudi FC4-3-3
37🧤GKY. Bounou
66🛡DEFSaud Abdulhamid
3🛡DEFK. Koulibaly
5🛡DEFAli Al Bulayhi6.5
12🛡DEFYasir Al Shahrani
28MIDMohamed Kanno7.25G2A
8MIDRúben Neves
22MIDS. Milinković-Savić
96FWDMichael
9FWDA. Mitrović
29FWDSalem Al Dawsari7.57G8A

Substitutes

28(G)Ahmed Al Kassar
12(D)Yousef Haqawi
70(M)Abdulrahman Al Anazi
11(M)Khalid Kaabi

Substitutes

31(G)Habib Al Watyan
26(M)Abdulelah Al Malki
87(D)Hassan Tambakti

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Al-Fayha have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. Al-Hilal Saudi FC show 4 wins, 2 draws and 0 losses from their last 6 outings.

Al-Fayha

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Al-Hilal Saudi FC

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Head to Head

Al-Fayha and Al-Hilal Saudi FC have met 1 times — Al-Fayha won 0, Al-Hilal Saudi FC won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2026. Al-Hilal Saudi FC leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 5 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 5.00 per match (1 for the home side, 4 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–1 in 2026.

0

Al-Fayha

0

Drawn

1

Al-Hilal Saudi FC

Goals: 1Goals: 4

Recent Meetings (1)

22 Jan 2026Al-Hilal Saudi FC4 – 1Al-Fayha

API data: 15 Mar 2026

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