Match Summary
Al Shabab defeated Al-Ittihad FC 3:1. The match was played in Pro League 2023. Goals were scored by H. Diallo 48′, A. Hamed-Allah 58′, Carlos Júnior 82′, 0 Musab Al Juwayr 90′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Al-Ittihad FC had 49% possession while Al Shabab held 51%. Al-Ittihad FC had 11 shots (3 on target) compared to 14 (7 on target) for Al Shabab. Al-Ittihad FC made 3 substitutions, Al Shabab made 4. VAR was involved: Goal confirmed (Habib Diallo 51′), Card reviewed (Iago Santos 72′).
Match Events
Key match events between Al-Ittihad FC and Al Shabab — 4 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Y. Carrasco
assist: Saleh Al Amri
assist: Moteb Al Harbi
Match Statistics
Al-Ittihad FC had 49% possession against Al Shabab's 51%. Al-Ittihad FC registered 11 shots (3 on target) while Al Shabab managed 14 (7 on target). Corner kicks: 3–1. Fouls committed: 8–13.
Lineups
Al-Ittihad FC lined up in a 3-4-3 formation under M. Gallardo, while Al Shabab deployed a 3-4-2-1 under Saad Al Sabei.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Al-Ittihad FC is 6.38, compared to 7.13 for Al Shabab. 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-Ittihad FC's highest-rated starter is Hassan Kadish (6.77), while Al Shabab's best-rated player is Y. Carrasco (7.62).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Al-Ittihad FC have contributed 1 goals and 0 assists this season, led by Hassan Kadish (1G). Al Shabab's starters account for 13 goals and 6 assists, spearheaded by Y. Carrasco (13G). 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-Ittihad FC deploy 3 defenders rated 6.77 on average, against Al Shabab'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-Ittihad FC field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Al Shabab's 4 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-Ittihad FC start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.00, compared to 3 for Al Shabab averaging 7.13. 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 49% for Al-Ittihad FC and —% for Al Shabab. 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-Ittihad FC's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 3 for Al Shabab. 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-Ittihad FC's starting XI is 25.5 (youngest: Talal Haji (18), oldest: Hassan Kadish (33)), while Al Shabab average 28.5 (youngest: Nawaf Al Saadi (25), oldest: Y. Carrasco (32)). 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-Ittihad FC's starters average 10 league appearances each, versus 14 for Al Shabab. 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-Ittihad FC have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeats. Al Shabab show 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Al-Ittihad FC and Al Shabab have met 2 times — Al-Ittihad FC won 2, Al Shabab won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Al-Ittihad FC leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 7 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.50 per match (5 for the home side, 2 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 3–2 in 2025.
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API data: 15 Mar 2026