Match Summary
Al Taawon defeated Al-Ettifaq 1:0. The match was played in Pro League 2023. Goals were scored by Abdulmalik Al Oyayari 90′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Al Taawon had 44% possession while Al-Ettifaq held 56%. Al Taawon had 11 shots (2 on target) compared to 6 (3 on target) for Al-Ettifaq. Al Taawon made 5 substitutions, Al-Ettifaq made 2.
Match Events
Key match events between Al Taawon and Al-Ettifaq — 1 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Mohammed Al Kuwaykibi
Match Statistics
Al Taawon had 44% possession against Al-Ettifaq's 56%. Al Taawon registered 11 shots (2 on target) while Al-Ettifaq managed 6 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 2–4. Fouls committed: 8–12.
Lineups
Al Taawon lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under Péricles Chamusca, while Al-Ettifaq deployed a 4-3-1-2 under S. Gerrard.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Al Taawon is 7.23, compared to 6.76 for Al-Ettifaq. 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 Taawon's highest-rated starter is M. Barrow (7.98), while Al-Ettifaq's best-rated player is Álvaro Medrán (7.16).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Al Taawon have contributed 9 goals and 8 assists this season, led by Waleed Al Ahmad (4G). Al-Ettifaq's starters account for 0 goals and 5 assists, spearheaded by —. 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 Taawon deploy 4 defenders rated 6.99 on average, against Al-Ettifaq's 4-man backline averaging 6.57. 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 Taawon field 3 midfielders averaging 6.99, versus Al-Ettifaq's 4 rated 7.16. 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 Taawon start 3 forward(s) averaging 7.47, compared to 2 for Al-Ettifaq 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 48% for Al Taawon and 42% for Al-Ettifaq. 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 Taawon's starters have collected 11 yellow cards this season, compared to 11 for Al-Ettifaq. 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 Taawon's starting XI is 28.0 (youngest: Waleed Al Ahmad (26), oldest: Mohammed Al Kuwaykibi (31)), while Al-Ettifaq average 28.7 (youngest: Radhi Al Otaibi (25), oldest: Álvaro Medrán (31)). 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 Taawon's starters average 12 league appearances each, versus 21 for Al-Ettifaq. 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 Taawon have recorded 1 wins, 3 draws and 2 defeats. Al-Ettifaq show 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Al Taawon and Al-Ettifaq have met 2 times — Al Taawon won 1, Al-Ettifaq won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. A combined 6 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (4 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 4–1 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026