Match Summary
Al Shabab defeated Al Kholood 2:0. The match was played in Pro League 2024. Goals were scored by A. Hamed-Allah 58′ (pen.), A. Hamed-Allah 75′. 1 yellow cards were shown. Al Kholood had 42% possession while Al Shabab held 58%. Al Kholood had 3 shots (0 on target) compared to 7 (3 on target) for Al Shabab. Al Kholood made 3 substitutions, Al Shabab made 3. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Mohammed Al-Thain 54′), Penalty cancelled (Alex Collado 71′).
Match Events
Key match events between Al Kholood and Al Shabab — 2 goals and 1 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
assist: Musab Al Juwayr
Match Statistics
Al Kholood had 42% possession against Al Shabab's 58%. Al Kholood registered 3 shots (0 on target) while Al Shabab managed 7 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 3–4. Fouls committed: 9–11.
Lineups
Al Kholood lined up in a 4-4-1-1 formation under N. Zekri, while Al Shabab deployed a 3-4-1-2 under Vítor Pereira.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Al Kholood is 6.66, compared to 6.84 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. Al Kholood's highest-rated starter is N. Gyömbér (6.74), while Al Shabab's best-rated player is W. Hoedt (7.05).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Al Kholood have contributed 1 goals and 1 assists this season, led by K. N'Doram (1G). Al Shabab's starters account for 0 goals and 0 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 Kholood deploy 3 defenders rated 6.62 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
Al Kholood field 5 midfielders averaging 6.74, versus Al Shabab's 4 rated 6.64. 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 Kholood start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Al Shabab 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 Kholood 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
Al Kholood's starters have collected 10 yellow cards this season, compared to 3 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 Al Kholood's starting XI is 31.3 (youngest: K. N'Doram (29), oldest: N. Gyömbér (33)), while Al Shabab average 28.0 (youngest: Nawaf Al Saadi (25), oldest: W. Hoedt (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 Kholood's starters average 17 league appearances each, versus 16 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
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Al Kholood have recorded 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 defeats. Al Shabab show 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Al Kholood and Al Shabab have met 3 times — Al Kholood won 2, Al Shabab won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2024. Al Kholood leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 3 meetings. A combined 8 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.67 per match (4 for the home side, 4 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (67%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (67%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–3 in 2024.
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Drawn
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API data: 15 Mar 2026