Match Summary
Damac defeated Al Kholood 3:1. The match was played in Pro League 2024. Goals were scored by G. N'Koudou 18′ (pen.), G. N'Koudou 45′ (pen.), M. Maolida 51′, N. Stanciu 73′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Al Kholood had 58% possession while Damac held 42%. Al Kholood had 20 shots (10 on target) compared to 5 (3 on target) for Damac. Al Kholood made 1 substitutions, Damac made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (François Kamano 15′).
Match Events
Key match events between Al Kholood and Damac — 4 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
Penalty
assist: Muhammad Sawan
Match Statistics
Al Kholood had 58% possession against Damac's 42%. Al Kholood registered 20 shots (10 on target) while Damac managed 5 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 9–3. Fouls committed: 15–13.
Lineups
Al Kholood lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under N. Zekri, while Damac deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Khaled Al Atawi.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Al Kholood is 6.72, compared to 6.67 for Damac. 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 Kholood's highest-rated starter is N. Gyömbér (6.74), while Damac's best-rated player is Dhari Al Anazi (6.67).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Al Kholood have contributed 3 goals and 4 assists this season, led by Muhammad Sawan (2G). Damac's starters account for 0 goals and 3 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 Kholood deploy 3 defenders rated 6.74 on average, against Damac's 4-man backline averaging 6.67. 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 Kholood field 4 midfielders averaging 6.74, versus Damac's 5 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 Kholood start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.68, compared to 1 for Damac 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 Kholood's starters have collected 10 yellow cards this season, compared to 5 for Damac. 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 Kholood's starting XI is 29.0 (youngest: Muhammad Sawan (25), oldest: N. Gyömbér (33)), while Damac average 32.7 (youngest: Dhari Al Anazi (25), oldest: F. Niță (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 Kholood's starters average 21 league appearances each, versus 23 for Damac. 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 Kholood have recorded 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 defeats. Damac show 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Damac
Head to Head
Al Kholood and Damac have met 2 times — Al Kholood won 1, Damac won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Al Kholood leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 3 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.50 per match (2 for the home side, 1 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 2–1 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026