Match Summary
Al Shabab defeated Al Khaleej Saihat 5:1. The match was played in Pro League 2024. Goals were scored by W. Hoedt 25′, Kostas Fortounis 40′, Abdullah Al Salem 45′, A. Hamed-Allah 63′, A. Hamed-Allah 77′, A. Hamed-Allah 89′, W. Hoedt 90′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Al Shabab had 49% possession while Al Khaleej Saihat held 51%. Al Shabab had 14 shots (8 on target) compared to 18 (9 on target) for Al Khaleej Saihat. Al Shabab made 5 substitutions, Al Khaleej Saihat made 4. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Abdullah Al-Salem 39′).
Match Events
Key match events between Al Shabab and Al Khaleej Saihat — 7 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Haroune Camara
Missed Penalty
assist: Pedro Rebocho
assist: C. Guanca
assist: Musab Al Juwayr
assist: C. Guanca
Match Statistics
Al Shabab had 49% possession against Al Khaleej Saihat's 51%. Al Shabab registered 14 shots (8 on target) while Al Khaleej Saihat managed 18 (9 on target). Corner kicks: 2–8. Fouls committed: 9–4.
Lineups
Al Shabab lined up in a 3-4-1-2 formation under F. Terim, while Al Khaleej Saihat deployed a 4-2-3-1 under G. Donis.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Al Shabab is 6.72, compared to 6.63 for Al Khaleej Saihat. 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 Shabab's highest-rated starter is W. Hoedt (7.05), while Al Khaleej Saihat's best-rated player is Mansour Hamzi (6.63).
Defensive Solidity
Al Shabab deploy 3 defenders rated 7.05 on average, against Al Khaleej Saihat'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 Shabab field 4 midfielders averaging 6.90, versus Al Khaleej Saihat's 5 rated 6.63. 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 Shabab start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Al Khaleej Saihat 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 46% for Al Shabab and —% for Al Khaleej Saihat. 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 Shabab's starters have collected 3 yellow cards this season, compared to 3 for Al Khaleej Saihat. 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 Shabab's starting XI is 28.0 (youngest: Mohammed Essa Hurbush (22), oldest: H. Bushchan (31)), while Al Khaleej Saihat average 28.0 (youngest: Ali Al Shaafi (23), oldest: Mansour Hamzi (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 Shabab's starters average 8 league appearances each, versus 12 for Al Khaleej Saihat. 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 Shabab have recorded 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 defeats. Al Khaleej Saihat show 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Al Shabab and Al Khaleej Saihat have met 2 times — Al Shabab won 0, Al Khaleej Saihat won 1, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Al Khaleej Saihat leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 5 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.50 per match (1 for the home side, 4 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 1–4 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026