Match Summary
Al Shabab defeated Al Riyadh 3:1. The match was played in Pro League 2024. Goals were scored by Musab Al Juwayr 15′, B. Mensah 29′ (pen.), Haroune Camara 44′, C. Guanca 90′. 11 yellow cards were shown. Al Riyadh had 48% possession while Al Shabab held 52%. Al Riyadh had 12 shots (2 on target) compared to 13 (7 on target) for Al Shabab. Al Riyadh made 4 substitutions, Al Shabab made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Yoann Barbet 24′).
Match Events
Key match events between Al Riyadh and Al Shabab — 4 goals and 11 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Y. Carrasco
Penalty
assist: Daniel Podence
assist: W. Hoedt
Match Statistics
Al Riyadh had 48% possession against Al Shabab's 52%. Al Riyadh registered 12 shots (2 on target) while Al Shabab managed 13 (7 on target). Corner kicks: 4–2. Fouls committed: 8–18.
Lineups
Al Riyadh lined up in a — formation, while Al Shabab deployed a 4-3-3.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Al Riyadh is 6.85, compared to 6.86 for Al Shabab. 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 Shabab's best-rated player is Y. Carrasco (7.62).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Al Riyadh have contributed 7 goals and 5 assists this season, led by Tozé (5G). Al Shabab's starters account for 13 goals and 7 assists, spearheaded by Y. Carrasco (13G). 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 Shabab's 4-man backline averaging 6.81. 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 4 midfielders averaging 6.79, versus Al Shabab's 3 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 Riyadh start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Al Shabab averaging 7.62. 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 —% for Al Riyadh and 46% for Al Shabab. 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 Riyadh's starters have collected 8 yellow cards this season, compared to 10 for Al Shabab. 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 30.4 (youngest: Nawaf Al Hawsawi (25), oldest: M. Borjan (38)), while Al Shabab average 30.4 (youngest: Mohammed Al Shwirekh (28), oldest: Y. Carrasco (32)). 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 16 for Al Shabab. 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 Riyadh have recorded 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 defeats. Al Shabab show 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Al Riyadh and Al Shabab have met 2 times — Al Riyadh won 0, Al Shabab won 2, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2024. Al Shabab leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 6 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (1 for the home side, 5 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 3–1 in 2026.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026