Match Summary
Al-Nassr defeated Al Shabab 3:2. The match was played in Pro League 2023. Goals were scored by Cristiano Ronaldo 21′ (pen.), Y. Carrasco 45′ (pen.), Talisca 46′, Carlos Júnior 67′, Talisca 86′. 7 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Al Shabab had 54% possession while Al-Nassr held 46%. Al Shabab had 15 shots (7 on target) compared to 12 (6 on target) for Al-Nassr. Al Shabab made 3 substitutions, Al-Nassr made 4. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Sadio Mané 19′), Card upgrade (Yannick Carrasco 25′).
Match Events
Key match events between Al Shabab and Al-Nassr — 5 goals and 8 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
Penalty
assist: Otávio
assist: H. Diallo
assist: Abdullah Al Khaibari
Match Statistics
Al Shabab had 54% possession against Al-Nassr's 46%. Al Shabab registered 15 shots (7 on target) while Al-Nassr managed 12 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 10–3. Fouls committed: 15–13.
Lineups
Al Shabab lined up in a 3-4-2-1 formation under Saad Al Sabei, while Al-Nassr deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Luís Castro.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Al Shabab is 7.62, compared to 7.10 for Al-Nassr. 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 Shabab's highest-rated starter is Y. Carrasco (7.62), while Al-Nassr's best-rated player is Otávio (7.51).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Al Shabab have contributed 13 goals and 6 assists this season, led by Y. Carrasco (13G). Al-Nassr's starters account for 1 goals and 8 assists, spearheaded by Otávio (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 Shabab deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Al-Nassr'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 Shabab field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Al-Nassr's 5 rated 7.10. 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 Shabab start 3 forward(s) averaging 7.62, compared to 1 for Al-Nassr 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 —% for Al Shabab and 48% for Al-Nassr. 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 Shabab's starters have collected 3 yellow cards this season, compared to 13 for Al-Nassr. 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 Shabab's starting XI is 32.0 (youngest: Y. Carrasco (32), oldest: Y. Carrasco (32)), while Al-Nassr average 30.7 (youngest: Abdullah Al Khaibari (29), oldest: M. Brozović (33)). 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 Shabab's starters average 20 league appearances each, versus 24 for Al-Nassr. 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 Shabab have recorded 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 defeats. Al-Nassr show 5 wins, 1 draws and 0 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Al Shabab and Al-Nassr have met 1 times — Al Shabab won 0, Al-Nassr won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2026. Al-Nassr 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 (2 for the home side, 3 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 3–2 in 2026.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 15 Mar 2026