Match Summary
Al-Nassr defeated Al Riyadh 1:0. The match was played in Pro League 2024. Goals were scored by S. Mané 41′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Al Riyadh had 34% possession while Al-Nassr held 66%. Al Riyadh had 9 shots (2 on target) compared to 17 (10 on target) for Al-Nassr. Al Riyadh made 3 substitutions, Al-Nassr made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between Al Riyadh and Al-Nassr — 1 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Abdulrahman Ghareeb
Match Statistics
Al Riyadh had 34% possession against Al-Nassr's 66%. Al Riyadh registered 9 shots (2 on target) while Al-Nassr managed 17 (10 on target). Corner kicks: 3–6. Fouls committed: 14–9.
Lineups
Al Riyadh lined up in a 5-3-2 formation under S. Lamouchi, while Al-Nassr deployed a 4-2-3-1 under S. Pioli.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Al Riyadh is 6.87, compared to 7.03 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 Riyadh's highest-rated starter is M. Borjan (7.02), while Al-Nassr's best-rated player is Otávio (7.51).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Al Riyadh have contributed 7 goals and 5 assists this season, led by Tozé (5G). Al-Nassr's starters account for 3 goals and 14 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 Riyadh deploy 5 defenders rated 6.87 on average, against Al-Nassr's 4-man backline averaging 6.93. 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 3 midfielders averaging 7.02, 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 Riyadh start 2 forward(s) averaging 6.57, 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 Riyadh 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 Riyadh's starters have collected 7 yellow cards this season, compared to 14 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 Riyadh's starting XI is 31.4 (youngest: Ibrahim Bayesh (25), oldest: M. Borjan (38)), while Al-Nassr average 29.0 (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 Riyadh's starters average 21 league appearances each, versus 20 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 Riyadh have recorded 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 defeats. Al-Nassr show 5 wins, 1 draws and 0 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Al Riyadh and Al-Nassr have met 2 times — Al Riyadh 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 (1 for the home side, 6 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 5–1 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026