Match Summary
Al-Nassr defeated Al Khaleej Saihat 1:0. The match was played in Pro League 2023. Goals were scored by Aymeric Laporte 68′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Al Khaleej Saihat had 43% possession while Al-Nassr held 57%. Al Khaleej Saihat had 10 shots (4 on target) compared to 8 (4 on target) for Al-Nassr. Al Khaleej Saihat made 5 substitutions, Al-Nassr made 2.
Match Events
Key match events between Al Khaleej Saihat and Al-Nassr — 1 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: M. Brozović
Match Statistics
Al Khaleej Saihat had 43% possession against Al-Nassr's 57%. Al Khaleej Saihat registered 10 shots (4 on target) while Al-Nassr managed 8 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 4–4. Fouls committed: 12–8.
Lineups
Al Khaleej Saihat lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under Pedro Emanuel, while Al-Nassr deployed a 3-4-2-1 under Luís Castro.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Al Khaleej Saihat is 6.63, compared to 6.99 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 Khaleej Saihat's highest-rated starter is Mohammed Al Khabrani (6.64), while Al-Nassr's best-rated player is Otávio (7.51).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Al Khaleej Saihat have contributed 0 goals and 1 assists this season, led by —. Al-Nassr's starters account for 3 goals and 10 assists, spearheaded by Abdulrahman Ghareeb (2G). 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 Khaleej Saihat deploy 4 defenders rated 6.64 on average, against Al-Nassr's 3-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 Khaleej Saihat field 3 midfielders averaging 6.63, versus Al-Nassr's 4 rated 6.90. 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 Khaleej Saihat start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Al-Nassr averaging 7.12. 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 42% for Al Khaleej Saihat 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 Khaleej Saihat's starters have collected 8 yellow cards this season, compared to 17 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 Khaleej Saihat's starting XI is 32.5 (youngest: Mohammed Al Khabrani (32), oldest: Mansour Hamzi (33)), while Al-Nassr average 30.7 (youngest: Abdulrahman Ghareeb (28), oldest: Mohammed Al Fatil (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 Khaleej Saihat's starters average 23 league appearances each, versus 22 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
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Al Khaleej Saihat have recorded 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 defeats. Al-Nassr show 5 wins, 1 draws and 0 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Al Khaleej Saihat and Al-Nassr have met 2 times — Al Khaleej Saihat won 0, Al-Nassr won 2, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Al-Nassr leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 10 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 5.00 per match (1 for the home side, 9 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 0–5 in 2026.
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026