Match Summary
Damac defeated Al Shabab 1:0. The match was played in Pro League 2024. Goals were scored by G. Nkoudou 66′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Damac had 32% possession while Al Shabab held 68%. Damac had 13 shots (4 on target) compared to 7 (1 on target) for Al Shabab. Damac made 5 substitutions, Al Shabab made 4. VAR was involved: Penalty cancelled (Mohammed Al-Thain 37′), Red card cancelled (Giacomo Bonaventura 62′).
Match Events
Key match events between Damac and Al Shabab — 1 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
assist: H. Diallo
Match Statistics
Damac had 32% possession against Al Shabab's 68%. Damac registered 13 shots (4 on target) while Al Shabab managed 7 (1 on target). Corner kicks: 4–2. Fouls committed: 9–9.
Lineups
Damac lined up in a 4-1-4-1 formation under C. Contra, while Al Shabab deployed a 3-4-2-1 under Vítor Pereira.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Damac is 6.75, compared to 7.03 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. Damac's highest-rated starter is A. Bedrane (6.82), while Al Shabab's best-rated player is Y. Carrasco (7.62).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Damac have contributed 1 goals and 3 assists this season, led by A. Bedrane (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
Damac deploy 4 defenders rated 6.75 on average, against Al Shabab's 3-man backline averaging 7.05. 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
Damac field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Al Shabab's 4 rated 6.41. 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
Damac start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Al Shabab averaging 7.62. 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 Damac and 46% 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
Damac's starters have collected 8 yellow cards this season, compared to 10 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 Damac's starting XI is 32.8 (youngest: Dhari Al Anazi (25), oldest: F. Niță (38)), while Al Shabab average 29.0 (youngest: Hussain Al Sibyani (24), 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
Damac's starters average 22 league appearances each, versus 18 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
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Damac have recorded 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 defeats. Al Shabab show 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Damac and Al Shabab have met 2 times — Damac won 0, Al Shabab won 1, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Al Shabab leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 6 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (2 for the home side, 4 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–3 in 2026.
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026