Match Summary
Al Riyadh and Al-Fayha drew 0:0. The match was played in Pro League 2024. 3 yellow cards were shown. Al Riyadh had 44% possession while Al-Fayha held 56%. Al Riyadh had 11 shots (4 on target) compared to 9 (3 on target) for Al-Fayha. Al Riyadh made 2 substitutions, Al-Fayha made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Al Riyadh and Al-Fayha — 0 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
Match Statistics
Al Riyadh had 44% possession against Al-Fayha's 56%. Al Riyadh registered 11 shots (4 on target) while Al-Fayha managed 9 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 3–8. Fouls committed: 11–6.
Lineups
Al Riyadh lined up in a 4-5-1 formation under S. Lamouchi, while Al-Fayha deployed a 5-4-1 under Pedro Emanuel.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Al Riyadh is 6.87, compared to 6.51 for Al-Fayha. 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 Riyadh's highest-rated starter is M. Borjan (7.02), while Al-Fayha's best-rated player is O. Mosquera (6.99).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Al Riyadh have contributed 7 goals and 5 assists this season, led by Tozé (5G). Al-Fayha's starters account for 2 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by C. Smalling (2G). 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 Riyadh deploy 4 defenders rated 6.87 on average, against Al-Fayha's 5-man backline averaging 6.38. 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 Riyadh field 5 midfielders averaging 6.79, versus Al-Fayha's 4 rated 6.46. 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 Riyadh start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Al-Fayha 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.
Discipline
Al Riyadh's starters have collected 7 yellow cards this season, compared to 3 for Al-Fayha. 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 Riyadh's starting XI is 31.4 (youngest: Ibrahim Bayesh (25), oldest: M. Borjan (38)), while Al-Fayha average 29.6 (youngest: Mansor Al Beshe (25), oldest: C. Smalling (36)). 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 Riyadh's starters average 21 league appearances each, versus 14 for Al-Fayha. 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 Riyadh have recorded 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 defeats. Al-Fayha show 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Al Riyadh and Al-Fayha have met 1 times — Al Riyadh won 0, Al-Fayha won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2026. A combined 2 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.00 per match (1 for the home side, 1 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–1 in 2026.
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 15 Mar 2026