Match Summary
Al-Nassr defeated Al Shabab 2:1. The match was played in Pro League 2024. Goals were scored by Aymeric Laporte 69′, Abderrazak Hamdallah 90′, Ali Al Hassan 90′ (o.g.), Cristiano Ronaldo 90′ (pen.). 8 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Al Shabab had 41% possession while Al-Nassr held 59%. Al Shabab had 12 shots (3 on target) compared to 17 (5 on target) for Al-Nassr. Al Shabab made 4 substitutions, Al-Nassr made 4. VAR was involved: Goal cancelled (Sadio Mané 84′), Penalty confirmed (Nader Al Sharari 90′).
Match Events
Key match events between Al Shabab and Al-Nassr — 4 goals and 9 cards recorded during the match.
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Match Statistics
Al Shabab had 41% possession against Al-Nassr's 59%. Al Shabab registered 12 shots (3 on target) while Al-Nassr managed 17 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 9–7. Fouls committed: 10–12.
Lineups
Al Shabab lined up in a 5-3-2 formation under Vítor Pereira, while Al-Nassr deployed a 4-2-3-1 under S. Pioli.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Al Shabab is 7.03, compared to 7.00 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 Shabab's highest-rated starter is Y. Carrasco (7.62), while Al-Nassr's best-rated player is Otávio (7.51).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Al Shabab have contributed 13 goals and 6 assists this season, led by Y. Carrasco (13G). Al-Nassr's starters account for 1 goals and 12 assists, spearheaded by Otávio (1G). 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 Shabab deploy 5 defenders rated 6.73 on average, against Al-Nassr's 4-man backline averaging 6.82. 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 Shabab field 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Al-Nassr's 5 rated 7.10. 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 Shabab start 2 forward(s) averaging 7.62, 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 46% for Al Shabab 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 Shabab's starters have collected 10 yellow cards this season, compared to 15 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 Shabab's starting XI is 29.0 (youngest: Hussain Al Sibyani (24), oldest: Y. Carrasco (32)), while Al-Nassr average 27.7 (youngest: Salem Al Najdi (22), 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 Shabab's starters average 18 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
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Al Shabab have recorded 3 wins, 1 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 Shabab and Al-Nassr have met 1 times — Al Shabab won 0, Al-Nassr won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2026. Al-Nassr leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 5 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 5.00 per match (2 for the home side, 3 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–2 in 2026.
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 15 Mar 2026