Match Summary
Al Kholood defeated Al-Ettifaq 3:2. The match was played in Pro League 2024. Goals were scored by J. Muleka 26′ (pen.), G. Wijnaldum 30′, M. Maolida 54′, M. Dembélé 90′ (pen.), 0 M. Maolida 90′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Al-Ettifaq had 61% possession while Al Kholood held 39%. Al-Ettifaq had 17 shots (5 on target) compared to 16 (8 on target) for Al Kholood. Al-Ettifaq made 3 substitutions, Al Kholood made 3. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (João Costa 90′).
Match Events
Key match events between Al-Ettifaq and Al Kholood — 5 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
assist: M. Dembélé
assist: J. Muleka
Penalty
assist: W. Troost-Ekong
Match Statistics
Al-Ettifaq had 61% possession against Al Kholood's 39%. Al-Ettifaq registered 17 shots (5 on target) while Al Kholood managed 16 (8 on target). Corner kicks: 11–4. Fouls committed: 12–8.
Lineups
Al-Ettifaq lined up in a 4-5-1 formation under S. Gerrard, while Al Kholood deployed a 4-2-3-1 under N. Zekri.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Al-Ettifaq is 6.74, compared to 6.74 for Al Kholood. 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-Ettifaq's highest-rated starter is M. Rodák (7.17), while Al Kholood's best-rated player is N. Gyömbér (6.74).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Al-Ettifaq have contributed 6 goals and 6 assists this season, led by M. Dembélé (5G). Al Kholood's starters account for 1 goals and 1 assists, spearheaded by K. N'Doram (1G). 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-Ettifaq deploy 4 defenders rated 6.68 on average, against Al Kholood's 3-man backline averaging 6.74. 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-Ettifaq field 5 midfielders averaging 6.53, versus Al Kholood's 6 rated 6.74. 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-Ettifaq start 1 forward(s) averaging 6.77, compared to 1 for Al Kholood 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 43% for Al-Ettifaq and —% for Al Kholood. 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-Ettifaq's starters have collected 21 yellow cards this season, compared to 7 for Al Kholood. 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-Ettifaq's starting XI is 27.7 (youngest: João Costa (20), oldest: Madallah Al Olayan (31)), while Al Kholood average 31.0 (youngest: K. N'Doram (29), oldest: N. Gyömbér (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-Ettifaq's starters average 17 league appearances each, versus 19 for Al Kholood. 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-Ettifaq have recorded 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 defeats. Al Kholood show 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
Al-Ettifaq
Al Kholood
Head to Head
Al-Ettifaq and Al Kholood have met 2 times — Al-Ettifaq won 2, Al Kholood won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Al-Ettifaq leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 6 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (4 for the home side, 2 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 1–2 in 2026.
2
Al-Ettifaq
0
Drawn
0
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026