Match Summary
Al-Ahli Jeddah defeated Al Shabab 3:2. The match was played in Pro League 2024. Goals were scored by I. Toney 1′, Gabri Veiga 13′, Saad Yaslam 48′, M. Demiral 72′ (o.g.), Musab Al Juwayr 90′. 6 yellow cards were shown. Al-Ahli Jeddah had 46% possession while Al Shabab held 54%. Al-Ahli Jeddah had 25 shots (9 on target) compared to 8 (3 on target) for Al Shabab. Al-Ahli Jeddah made 4 substitutions, Al Shabab made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Al-Ahli Jeddah and Al Shabab — 5 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.
assist: R. Mahrez
assist: Roberto Firmino
Own Goal
assist: Robert Renan
Match Statistics
Al-Ahli Jeddah had 46% possession against Al Shabab's 54%. Al-Ahli Jeddah registered 25 shots (9 on target) while Al Shabab managed 8 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 8–6. Fouls committed: 16–12.
Lineups
Al-Ahli Jeddah lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under M. Jaissle, while Al Shabab deployed a 4-1-4-1 under F. Terim.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Al-Ahli Jeddah is 7.15, compared to 7.05 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-Ahli Jeddah's highest-rated starter is R. Mahrez (7.65), while Al Shabab's best-rated player is W. Hoedt (7.05).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Al-Ahli Jeddah have contributed 32 goals and 18 assists this season, led by I. Toney (23G). 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-Ahli Jeddah deploy 4 defenders rated 7.06 on average, against Al Shabab's 4-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-Ahli Jeddah field 5 midfielders averaging 7.28, versus Al Shabab'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-Ahli Jeddah start 1 forward(s) averaging 7.33, compared to 1 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 40% for Al-Ahli Jeddah 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-Ahli Jeddah's starters have collected 18 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-Ahli Jeddah's starting XI is 29.0 (youngest: Saad Yaslam (25), oldest: R. Mahrez (34)), while Al Shabab average 30.5 (youngest: Daniel Podence (30), 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-Ahli Jeddah's starters average 18 league appearances each, versus 24 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-Ahli Jeddah have recorded 6 wins, 0 draws and 0 defeats. Al Shabab show 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Al-Ahli Jeddah and Al Shabab have met 2 times — Al-Ahli Jeddah won 1, Al Shabab won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Al-Ahli Jeddah leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 9 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 4.50 per match (6 for the home side, 3 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–5 in 2026.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026