Match Summary
Al-Ettifaq defeated Al Riyadh 1:0. The match was played in Pro League 2024. Goals were scored by Vitinho 59′ (pen.). 5 yellow cards were shown. Al-Ettifaq had 64% possession while Al Riyadh held 36%. Al-Ettifaq had 9 shots (6 on target) compared to 14 (2 on target) for Al Riyadh. Al-Ettifaq made 3 substitutions, Al Riyadh made 2. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Vitinho 56′).
Match Events
Key match events between Al-Ettifaq and Al Riyadh — 1 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
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Match Statistics
Al-Ettifaq had 64% possession against Al Riyadh's 36%. Al-Ettifaq registered 9 shots (6 on target) while Al Riyadh managed 14 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 1–7. Fouls committed: 11–10.
Lineups
Al-Ettifaq lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under Saad Al Shehri, while Al Riyadh deployed a 4-5-1 under S. Lamouchi.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Al-Ettifaq is 6.85, 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-Ettifaq's highest-rated starter is M. Rodák (7.17), while Al Riyadh's best-rated player is M. Borjan (7.02).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Al-Ettifaq have contributed 0 goals and 7 assists this season, led by —. 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-Ettifaq deploy 4 defenders rated 6.63 on average, against Al Riyadh's 4-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-Ettifaq field 5 midfielders averaging 7.16, versus Al Riyadh's 5 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-Ettifaq start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 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 42% for Al-Ettifaq 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-Ettifaq's starters have collected 22 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-Ettifaq's starting XI is 28.0 (youngest: João Costa (20), oldest: Álvaro Medrán (31)), 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-Ettifaq's starters average 19 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
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Al-Ettifaq have recorded 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 defeats. Al Riyadh show 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Al-Ettifaq and Al Riyadh have met 1 times — Al-Ettifaq won 1, Al Riyadh won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Al-Ettifaq leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 2 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.00 per match (2 for the home side, 0 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 0–2 in 2025.
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API data: 15 Mar 2026