Match Summary
Al-Qadisiyah FC defeated Al Riyadh 1:0. The match was played in Pro League 2024. Goals were scored by Abdulaziz Al Othman 90′. 5 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Al-Qadisiyah FC had 68% possession while Al Riyadh held 32%. Al-Qadisiyah FC had 23 shots (10 on target) compared to 4 (1 on target) for Al Riyadh. Al-Qadisiyah FC made 3 substitutions, Al Riyadh made 2.
Match Events
Key match events between Al-Qadisiyah FC and Al Riyadh — 1 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.
Match Statistics
Al-Qadisiyah FC had 68% possession against Al Riyadh's 32%. Al-Qadisiyah FC registered 23 shots (10 on target) while Al Riyadh managed 4 (1 on target). Corner kicks: 12–3. Fouls committed: 8–6.
Lineups
Al-Qadisiyah FC lined up in a 3-4-1-2 formation under Míchel, while Al Riyadh deployed a 5-3-2 under S. Lamouchi.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Al-Qadisiyah FC is 7.15, compared to 6.87 for Al Riyadh. 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-Qadisiyah FC's highest-rated starter is J. Quiñones (7.64), while Al Riyadh's best-rated player is M. Borjan (7.02).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Al-Qadisiyah FC have contributed 31 goals and 16 assists this season, led by J. Quiñones (22G). Al Riyadh's starters account for 7 goals and 5 assists, spearheaded by Tozé (5G). 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-Qadisiyah FC deploy 3 defenders rated 7.03 on average, against Al Riyadh's 5-man backline averaging 6.87. 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-Qadisiyah FC field 4 midfielders averaging 7.08, versus Al Riyadh's 3 rated 6.79. 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-Qadisiyah FC start 3 forward(s) averaging 7.64, compared to 2 for Al Riyadh 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 55% for Al-Qadisiyah FC and —% for Al Riyadh. 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-Qadisiyah FC's starters have collected 21 yellow cards this season, compared to 7 for Al Riyadh. 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-Qadisiyah FC's starting XI is 27.8 (youngest: Mohammed Abu Al Shamat (23), oldest: Nacho (35)), while Al Riyadh average 31.4 (youngest: Ibrahim Bayesh (25), oldest: M. Borjan (38)). 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-Qadisiyah FC's starters average 21 league appearances each, versus 21 for Al Riyadh. 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-Qadisiyah FC have recorded 3 wins, 3 draws and 0 defeats. Al Riyadh show 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Al-Qadisiyah FC and Al Riyadh have met 1 times — Al-Qadisiyah FC won 1, Al Riyadh won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2026. Al-Qadisiyah FC leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 4 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 4.00 per match (4 for the home side, 0 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–0 in 2026.
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 15 Mar 2026