Match Summary
Al-Ittihad FC defeated Al-Fateh 4:2. The match was played in Pro League 2023. Goals were scored by Salem Al Najdi 6′, A. Hamed-Allah 39′ (pen.), Jota 45′, Ahmed Al Ghamdi 64′, Saad Al Sharfa 66′, A. Hamed-Allah 74′. 4 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Al-Fateh had 46% possession while Al-Ittihad FC held 54%. Al-Fateh had 12 shots (4 on target) compared to 17 (7 on target) for Al-Ittihad FC. Al-Fateh made 4 substitutions, Al-Ittihad FC made 4. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Jota 36′).
Match Events
Key match events between Al-Fateh and Al-Ittihad FC — 6 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Saeed Baattia
Penalty
assist: N. Kanté
assist: Fawaz Al Yami
assist: M. Saâdane
assist: Ahmed Al Ghamdi
Match Statistics
Al-Fateh had 46% possession against Al-Ittihad FC's 54%. Al-Fateh registered 12 shots (4 on target) while Al-Ittihad FC managed 17 (7 on target). Corner kicks: 3–9. Fouls committed: 7–10.
Lineups
Al-Fateh lined up in a 5-3-2 formation under S. Bilić, while Al-Ittihad FC deployed a 4-2-3-1 under M. Gallardo.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Al-Fateh is 6.84, compared to 6.77 for Al-Ittihad 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-Fateh's highest-rated starter is M. Saâdane (6.95), while Al-Ittihad FC's best-rated player is Hassan Kadish (6.77).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Al-Fateh have contributed 0 goals and 1 assists this season, led by —. Al-Ittihad FC's starters account for 1 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by Hassan Kadish (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-Fateh deploy 5 defenders rated 6.73 on average, against Al-Ittihad FC's 4-man backline averaging 6.77. 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-Fateh field 3 midfielders averaging 6.95, versus Al-Ittihad FC's 5 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-Fateh start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Al-Ittihad FC 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-Fateh and 49% for Al-Ittihad FC. 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-Fateh's starters have collected 11 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Al-Ittihad 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-Fateh's starting XI is 29.5 (youngest: Saeed Baattia (25), oldest: M. Saâdane (34)), while Al-Ittihad FC average 33.0 (youngest: Hassan Kadish (33), oldest: Hassan Kadish (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-Fateh's starters average 23 league appearances each, versus 18 for Al-Ittihad 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.
Substitutes
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Al-Fateh have recorded 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 defeats. Al-Ittihad FC show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Al-Fateh and Al-Ittihad FC have met 2 times — Al-Fateh won 0, Al-Ittihad FC won 1, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Al-Ittihad FC leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 10 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 5.00 per match (4 for the home side, 6 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–2 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026