Match Summary
Al-Ittihad FC defeated Al Riyadh 1:0. The match was played in Pro League 2024. Goals were scored by N. Kanté 45′. 5 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Al Riyadh had 26% possession while Al-Ittihad FC held 74%. Al Riyadh had 9 shots (3 on target) compared to 12 (6 on target) for Al-Ittihad FC. Al Riyadh made 5 substitutions, Al-Ittihad FC made 2. VAR was involved: Card upgrade (Ziyad Al-Sahafi 27′).
Match Events
Key match events between Al Riyadh and Al-Ittihad FC — 1 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.
assist: M. Diaby
Match Statistics
Al Riyadh had 26% possession against Al-Ittihad FC's 74%. Al Riyadh registered 9 shots (3 on target) while Al-Ittihad FC managed 12 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 4–5. Fouls committed: 7–8.
Lineups
Al Riyadh lined up in a 5-4-1 formation under S. Lamouchi, while Al-Ittihad FC deployed a 4-2-3-1 under L. Blanc.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Al Riyadh is 6.87, compared to 6.97 for Al-Ittihad FC. 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 Riyadh's highest-rated starter is M. Borjan (7.02), while Al-Ittihad FC's best-rated player is K. Benzema (7.12).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Al Riyadh have contributed 7 goals and 5 assists this season, led by Tozé (5G). Al-Ittihad FC's starters account for 11 goals and 6 assists, spearheaded by K. Benzema (8G). 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 Riyadh deploy 5 defenders rated 6.87 on average, against Al-Ittihad FC's 4-man backline averaging 6.83. 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 Riyadh field 4 midfielders averaging 6.79, versus Al-Ittihad FC's 5 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 Riyadh start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Al-Ittihad FC averaging 7.12. 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.
Discipline
Al Riyadh's starters have collected 7 yellow cards this season, compared to 2 for Al-Ittihad FC. 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 Riyadh's starting XI is 31.4 (youngest: Ibrahim Bayesh (25), oldest: M. Borjan (38)), while Al-Ittihad FC average 32.0 (youngest: Muhannad Al Shanqiti (26), oldest: K. Benzema (38)). 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 Riyadh's starters average 21 league appearances each, versus 18 for Al-Ittihad FC. 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 Riyadh have recorded 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 defeats. Al-Ittihad FC show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Al Riyadh and Al-Ittihad FC have met 2 times — Al Riyadh won 1, Al-Ittihad FC won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. A combined 7 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.50 per match (4 for the home side, 3 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 3–1 in 2026.
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026