Match Summary
Al Riyadh and Abha drew 1:1. The match was played in Pro League 2023. Goals were scored by F. Kamano 26′, Saleh Al Abbas 70′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Al Riyadh had 65% possession while Abha held 35%. Al Riyadh had 10 shots (3 on target) compared to 5 (1 on target) for Abha. Al Riyadh made 4 substitutions, Abha made 5. VAR was involved: Goal confirmed (Saleh Al Abbas 72′).
Match Events
Key match events between Al Riyadh and Abha — 2 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: A. Gray
Match Statistics
Al Riyadh had 65% possession against Abha's 35%. Al Riyadh registered 10 shots (3 on target) while Abha managed 5 (1 on target). Corner kicks: 7–1. Fouls committed: 7–12.
Lineups
Al Riyadh lined up in a 5-4-1 formation under Odair Hellmann, while Abha deployed a 4-4-1-1 under P. Mosimane.
Defensive Solidity
Al Riyadh deploy 5 defenders rated — on average, against Abha'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 Riyadh field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Abha'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 Riyadh start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Abha 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.
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 Abha average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Substitutes
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Al Riyadh have recorded 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 defeats. Abha show 4 wins, 2 draws and 0 losses from their last 6 outings.
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API data: 15 Mar 2026