Match Summary
Al-Nassr defeated Al-Fateh 2:1. The match was played in Pro League 2023. Goals were scored by Cristiano Ronaldo 17′, Salem Al Najdi 29′, Otávio 72′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Al-Nassr had 66% possession while Al-Fateh held 34%. Al-Nassr had 24 shots (9 on target) compared to 12 (6 on target) for Al-Fateh. Al-Nassr made 3 substitutions, Al-Fateh made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Al-Nassr and Al-Fateh — 3 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Sultan Al Ghannam
assist: Sultan Al Ghannam
Match Statistics
Al-Nassr had 66% possession against Al-Fateh's 34%. Al-Nassr registered 24 shots (9 on target) while Al-Fateh managed 12 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 8–6. Fouls committed: 11–16.
Lineups
Al-Nassr lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Luís Castro, while Al-Fateh deployed a 4-2-3-1 under S. Bilić.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Al-Nassr is 7.06, compared to 7.12 for Al-Fateh. 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-Fateh's best-rated player is M. Batna (7.52).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Al-Nassr have contributed 1 goals and 9 assists this season, led by Otávio (1G). Al-Fateh's starters account for 14 goals and 10 assists, spearheaded by M. Batna (8G). 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-Fateh's 4-man backline averaging 6.95. 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 7.10, versus Al-Fateh's 5 rated 7.20. 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-Fateh 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-Fateh. 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 16 yellow cards this season, compared to 9 for Al-Fateh. 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 30.4 (youngest: Raghid Najjar (29), oldest: M. Brozović (33)), while Al-Fateh average 34.0 (youngest: S. Bendebka (33), oldest: M. Batna (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-Nassr's starters average 19 league appearances each, versus 21 for Al-Fateh. 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
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Al-Nassr have recorded 5 wins, 1 draws and 0 defeats. Al-Fateh show 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Al-Nassr and Al-Fateh have met 2 times — Al-Nassr won 2, Al-Fateh 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 8 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 4.00 per match (7 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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API data: 15 Mar 2026