Match Summary
Al-Nassr defeated Al-Fayha 4:1. The match was played in Pro League 2024. Goals were scored by Talisca 5′, 0 Cristiano Ronaldo 45′, M. Brozović 85′, F. Sakala 86′, Talisca 90′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Al-Fayha had 44% possession while Al-Nassr held 56%. Al-Fayha had 14 shots (6 on target) compared to 19 (10 on target) for Al-Nassr. Al-Fayha made 3 substitutions, Al-Nassr made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between Al-Fayha and Al-Nassr — 5 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Cristiano Ronaldo
assist: S. Mané
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Match Statistics
Al-Fayha had 44% possession against Al-Nassr's 56%. Al-Fayha registered 14 shots (6 on target) while Al-Nassr managed 19 (10 on target). Corner kicks: 3–3. Fouls committed: 9–6.
Lineups
Al-Fayha lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under C. Kontis, while Al-Nassr deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Luís Castro.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Al-Fayha is 6.52, compared to 7.04 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-Fayha's highest-rated starter is F. Sakala (7.10), while Al-Nassr's best-rated player is Otávio (7.51).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Al-Fayha have contributed 10 goals and 4 assists this season, led by F. Sakala (10G). 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-Fayha deploy 4 defenders rated 6.50 on average, against Al-Nassr's 4-man backline averaging 6.89. 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-Fayha field 5 midfielders averaging 6.41, versus Al-Nassr's 5 rated 7.09. 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-Fayha start 1 forward(s) averaging 7.10, compared to 1 for Al-Nassr 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-Fayha 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-Fayha's starters have collected 13 yellow cards this season, compared to 12 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-Fayha's starting XI is 25.6 (youngest: Ali Al Hussain (20), oldest: Sami Al Khaibari (36)), while Al-Nassr average 29.6 (youngest: Bento (26), oldest: M. Brozović (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-Fayha's starters average 13 league appearances each, versus 19 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
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Al-Fayha have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. Al-Nassr show 5 wins, 1 draws and 0 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Al-Fayha and Al-Nassr have met 2 times — Al-Fayha 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 7 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.50 per match (2 for the home side, 5 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 1–3 in 2026.
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API data: 15 Mar 2026