Match Summary
Al Riyadh defeated Al Khaleej Saihat 2:1. The match was played in Pro League 2024. Goals were scored by Fábio Martins 6′, F. Selemani 90′, 4 Lucas Kal 90′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Al Khaleej Saihat had 42% possession while Al Riyadh held 58%. Al Khaleej Saihat had 11 shots (3 on target) compared to 10 (4 on target) for Al Riyadh. Al Khaleej Saihat made 4 substitutions, Al Riyadh made 4. VAR was involved: Penalty cancelled (Fábio Martins 67′).
Match Events
Key match events between Al Khaleej Saihat and Al Riyadh — 3 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Ibrahim Bayesh
assist: S. Lega
Match Statistics
Al Khaleej Saihat had 42% possession against Al Riyadh's 58%. Al Khaleej Saihat registered 11 shots (3 on target) while Al Riyadh managed 10 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 3–4. Fouls committed: 8–15.
Lineups
Al Khaleej Saihat lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under G. Donis, while Al Riyadh deployed a 4-5-1 under Al Humaidy Al Otaibi.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Al Khaleej Saihat is 6.63, 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 Khaleej Saihat's highest-rated starter is Mohammed Al Khabrani (6.64), while Al Riyadh's best-rated player is M. Borjan (7.02).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Al Khaleej Saihat have contributed 0 goals and 1 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 Khaleej Saihat deploy 4 defenders rated 6.64 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 Khaleej Saihat field 4 midfielders averaging 6.63, 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 Khaleej Saihat start 2 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 Khaleej Saihat 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 Khaleej Saihat's starters have collected 8 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 Khaleej Saihat's starting XI is 30.0 (youngest: Raed Ozaybi (24), oldest: Mansour Hamzi (33)), while Al Riyadh average 29.6 (youngest: Suwailem Al Manhali (21), 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 Khaleej Saihat's starters average 23 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 Khaleej Saihat have recorded 1 wins, 2 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 Khaleej Saihat and Al Riyadh have met 2 times — Al Khaleej Saihat won 1, Al Riyadh won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Al Khaleej Saihat leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 7 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.50 per match (5 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–1 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026