Match Summary
Al-Ittihad FC defeated Al Shabab 2:1. The match was played in Pro League 2024. Goals were scored by Abdulrahman Al Obud 32′, K. Benzema 45′, Haroune Camara 45′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Al-Ittihad FC had 58% possession while Al Shabab held 42%. Al-Ittihad FC had 14 shots (5 on target) compared to 6 (3 on target) for Al Shabab. Al-Ittihad FC made 3 substitutions, Al Shabab made 4. VAR was involved: Goal cancelled (Hassan Kadesh 30′).
Match Events
Key match events between Al-Ittihad FC and Al Shabab — 3 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Hamed Al Ghamdi
assist: Daniel Podence
Match Statistics
Al-Ittihad FC had 58% possession against Al Shabab's 42%. Al-Ittihad FC registered 14 shots (5 on target) while Al Shabab managed 6 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 6–5. Fouls committed: 12–14.
Lineups
Al-Ittihad FC lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under L. Blanc, while Al Shabab deployed a 5-4-1 under F. Terim.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Al-Ittihad FC is 6.83, 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-Ittihad FC's highest-rated starter is K. Benzema (7.12), while Al Shabab's best-rated player is W. Hoedt (7.05).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Al-Ittihad FC have contributed 12 goals and 6 assists this season, led by K. Benzema (8G). 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-Ittihad FC deploy 4 defenders rated 6.80 on average, against Al Shabab's 5-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-Ittihad FC field 5 midfielders averaging 6.61, versus Al Shabab's 4 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-Ittihad FC start 1 forward(s) averaging 7.12, 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 49% for Al-Ittihad FC 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-Ittihad FC's starters have collected 2 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-Ittihad FC's starting XI is 30.8 (youngest: Muhannad Al Shanqiti (26), oldest: K. Benzema (38)), 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-Ittihad FC's starters average 16 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-Ittihad FC have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeats. Al Shabab show 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Al-Ittihad FC and Al Shabab have met 2 times — Al-Ittihad FC won 2, Al Shabab won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Al-Ittihad FC 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 (5 for the home side, 2 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 3–2 in 2025.
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Drawn
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API data: 15 Mar 2026