Match Summary
Al Riyadh defeated Al-Fateh 2:1. The match was played in Pro League 2024. Goals were scored by S. Bendebka 45′, Ahmad Asiri 61′, B. Mensah 81′. 6 yellow cards were shown. Al-Fateh had 48% possession while Al Riyadh held 52%. Al-Fateh had 11 shots (5 on target) compared to 13 (5 on target) for Al Riyadh. Al-Fateh made 5 substitutions, Al Riyadh made 2. VAR was involved: Card reviewed (Abdulelah Al Khaibari 57′).
Match Events
Key match events between Al-Fateh and Al Riyadh — 3 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Ahmed Al Julaydan
assist: Tozé
Match Statistics
Al-Fateh had 48% possession against Al Riyadh's 52%. Al-Fateh registered 11 shots (5 on target) while Al Riyadh managed 13 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 7–6. Fouls committed: 14–13.
Lineups
Al-Fateh lined up in a 4-5-1 formation under J. Gustafsson, while Al Riyadh deployed a 4-4-2 under S. Lamouchi.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Al-Fateh is 6.98, compared to 6.87 for Al Riyadh. 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-Fateh's highest-rated starter is M. Batna (7.52), while Al Riyadh's best-rated player is M. Borjan (7.02).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Al-Fateh have contributed 15 goals and 11 assists this season, led by M. Batna (8G). Al Riyadh's starters account for 6 goals and 4 assists, spearheaded by Tozé (5G). 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-Fateh deploy 4 defenders rated 6.84 on average, against Al Riyadh's 4-man backline averaging —. 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-Fateh field 5 midfielders averaging 7.08, versus Al Riyadh's 4 rated 7.02. 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-Fateh start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Al Riyadh averaging 6.57. 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-Fateh's starters have collected 16 yellow cards this season, compared to 6 for Al Riyadh. 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-Fateh's starting XI is 29.8 (youngest: Abdullah Al Anazi (22), oldest: M. Batna (35)), while Al Riyadh average 31.3 (youngest: Ibrahim Bayesh (25), oldest: M. Borjan (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-Fateh's starters average 20 league appearances each, versus 20 for Al Riyadh. 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-Fateh have recorded 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 defeats. Al Riyadh show 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Al-Fateh and Al Riyadh have met 1 times — Al-Fateh won 1, Al Riyadh won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2026. Al-Fateh leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 4 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 4.00 per match (3 for the home side, 1 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 3–1 in 2026.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 15 Mar 2026