Match Summary
Al-Ettifaq defeated Al-Ahli Jeddah 3:1. The match was played in Pro League 2024. Goals were scored by I. Toney 6′ (pen.), Mohammed Abdulrahman 49′, G. Wijnaldum 87′ (pen.), Madallah Al Olayan 90′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Al-Ahli Jeddah had 49% possession while Al-Ettifaq held 51%. Al-Ahli Jeddah had 13 shots (4 on target) compared to 13 (8 on target) for Al-Ettifaq. Al-Ahli Jeddah made 3 substitutions, Al-Ettifaq made 4. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Georginio Wijnaldum 84′).
Match Events
Key match events between Al-Ahli Jeddah and Al-Ettifaq — 4 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
Penalty
assist: Álvaro Medrán
Match Statistics
Al-Ahli Jeddah had 49% possession against Al-Ettifaq's 51%. Al-Ahli Jeddah registered 13 shots (4 on target) while Al-Ettifaq managed 13 (8 on target). Corner kicks: 5–3. Fouls committed: 12–12.
Lineups
Al-Ahli Jeddah lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under M. Jaissle, while Al-Ettifaq deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Saad Al Shehri.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Al-Ahli Jeddah is 7.06, compared to 6.79 for Al-Ettifaq. 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-Ahli Jeddah's highest-rated starter is R. Mahrez (7.65), while Al-Ettifaq's best-rated player is M. Rodák (7.17).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Al-Ahli Jeddah have contributed 35 goals and 19 assists this season, led by I. Toney (23G). Al-Ettifaq's starters account for 1 goals and 6 assists, spearheaded by Mukhtar Ali (1G). 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-Ahli Jeddah deploy 4 defenders rated 6.99 on average, against Al-Ettifaq's 4-man backline averaging 6.56. 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-Ahli Jeddah field 5 midfielders averaging 7.08, versus Al-Ettifaq's 5 rated 6.83. 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-Ahli Jeddah start 1 forward(s) averaging 7.33, compared to 1 for Al-Ettifaq 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 40% for Al-Ahli Jeddah and 41% for Al-Ettifaq. 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-Ahli Jeddah's starters have collected 18 yellow cards this season, compared to 15 for Al-Ettifaq. 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-Ahli Jeddah's starting XI is 28.0 (youngest: M. Dams (21), oldest: R. Mahrez (34)), while Al-Ettifaq average 27.2 (youngest: Jalal Al Salem (20), oldest: Álvaro Medrán (31)). 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-Ahli Jeddah's starters average 19 league appearances each, versus 19 for Al-Ettifaq. 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-Ahli Jeddah have recorded 6 wins, 0 draws and 0 defeats. Al-Ettifaq show 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Al-Ahli Jeddah and Al-Ettifaq have met 2 times — Al-Ahli Jeddah won 1, Al-Ettifaq won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Al-Ahli Jeddah leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 4 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.00 per match (4 for the home side, 0 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–0 in 2026.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026