Match Summary
Al Riyadh and Al-Fateh drew 2:2. The match was played in Pro League 2024. Goals were scored by Tozé 20′, A. Sbaï 45′, F. Selemani 49′, S. Bendebka 53′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Al Riyadh had 40% possession while Al-Fateh held 60%. Al Riyadh had 12 shots (5 on target) compared to 15 (7 on target) for Al-Fateh. Al Riyadh made 3 substitutions, Al-Fateh made 4. VAR was involved: Goal cancelled (Matheus Machado Ferreira 69′).
Match Events
Key match events between Al Riyadh and Al-Fateh — 4 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.
assist: F. Selemani
assist: Abdullah Al Anazi
assist: Ibrahim Bayesh
assist: M. Vargas
Match Statistics
Al Riyadh had 40% possession against Al-Fateh's 60%. Al Riyadh registered 12 shots (5 on target) while Al-Fateh managed 15 (7 on target). Corner kicks: 3–8. Fouls committed: 9–10.
Lineups
Al Riyadh lined up in a 4-5-1 formation under Al Humaidy Al Otaibi, while Al-Fateh deployed a 4-2-3-1 under José Gomes.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Al Riyadh is 6.85, compared to 6.52 for Al-Fateh. 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-Fateh's best-rated player is M. Batna (7.52).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Al Riyadh have contributed 7 goals and 5 assists this season, led by Tozé (5G). Al-Fateh's starters account for 26 goals and 14 assists, spearheaded by M. Batna (8G). 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 6.83 on average, against Al-Fateh's 4-man backline averaging 6.69. 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-Fateh's 5 rated 6.37. 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-Fateh averaging 7.09. 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 8 yellow cards this season, compared to 15 for Al-Fateh. 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 30.3 (youngest: Nawaf Al Hawsawi (25), oldest: M. Borjan (38)), while Al-Fateh average 28.1 (youngest: Abdullah Al Anazi (22), oldest: M. Batna (35)). 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 23 league appearances each, versus 17 for Al-Fateh. 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 Riyadh have recorded 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 defeats. Al-Fateh show 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Al Riyadh and Al-Fateh have met 1 times — Al Riyadh won 0, Al-Fateh won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2026. Al-Fateh 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 (1 for the home side, 3 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–1 in 2026.
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API data: 15 Mar 2026