Match Summary
Al Riyadh defeated Damac 1:0. The match was played in Pro League 2023. Goals were scored by A. Gray 51′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Al Riyadh had 35% possession while Damac held 65%. Al Riyadh had 4 shots (2 on target) compared to 12 (1 on target) for Damac. Al Riyadh made 4 substitutions, Damac made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Al Riyadh and Damac — 1 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Yahia Al Shehri
Match Statistics
Al Riyadh had 35% possession against Damac's 65%. Al Riyadh registered 4 shots (2 on target) while Damac managed 12 (1 on target). Corner kicks: 1–6. Fouls committed: 24–14.
Lineups
Al Riyadh lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Odair Hellmann, while Damac deployed a 4-3-3 under C. Contra.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Al Riyadh is —, compared to 6.65 for Damac. 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 Riyadh's highest-rated starter is —, while Damac's best-rated player is A. Bedrane (6.82).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Al Riyadh have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Damac's starters account for 2 goals and 4 assists, spearheaded by Sanousi Al Hawsawi (1G). 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 Riyadh deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Damac's 4-man backline averaging 6.65. 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 Riyadh field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Damac'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 Riyadh start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Damac 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 Riyadh's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 10 for Damac. 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 Riyadh's starting XI is 30.0 (youngest: Hussain Al Nowaiqi (30), oldest: Hussain Al Nowaiqi (30)), while Damac average 30.0 (youngest: Dhari Al Anazi (25), oldest: F. Chafaï (35)). 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 Riyadh's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 21 for Damac. 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 Riyadh have recorded 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 defeats. Damac show 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Al Riyadh and Damac have met 2 times — Al Riyadh won 0, Damac won 1, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Damac leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 5 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.50 per match (1 for the home side, 4 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 3–0 in 2026.
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026