Match Summary
Al-Nassr defeated Al Khaleej Saihat 2:0. The match was played in Pro League 2024. Goals were scored by Cristiano Ronaldo 65′, J. Durán 75′, Cristiano Ronaldo 90′ (pen.). 3 yellow cards were shown. Al-Nassr had 66% possession while Al Khaleej Saihat held 34%. Al-Nassr had 14 shots (7 on target) compared to 13 (3 on target) for Al Khaleej Saihat. Al-Nassr made 5 substitutions, Al Khaleej Saihat made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty cancelled (Cristiano Ronaldo 60′).
Match Events
Key match events between Al-Nassr and Al Khaleej Saihat — 3 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
Missed Penalty
assist: S. Mané
Penalty
Match Statistics
Al-Nassr had 66% possession against Al Khaleej Saihat's 34%. Al-Nassr registered 14 shots (7 on target) while Al Khaleej Saihat managed 13 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 7–3. Fouls committed: 14–7.
Lineups
Al-Nassr lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under S. Pioli, while Al Khaleej Saihat deployed a 4-2-3-1 under G. Donis.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Al-Nassr is 7.03, compared to 6.71 for Al Khaleej Saihat. 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-Nassr's highest-rated starter is Otávio (7.51), while Al Khaleej Saihat's best-rated player is D. Kourbelis (6.86).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Al-Nassr have contributed 1 goals and 10 assists this season, led by Otávio (1G). Al Khaleej Saihat's starters account for 1 goals and 2 assists, spearheaded by D. Kourbelis (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-Nassr deploy 4 defenders rated 6.93 on average, against Al Khaleej Saihat's 4-man backline averaging 6.63. 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-Nassr field 4 midfielders averaging 7.14, versus Al Khaleej Saihat's 5 rated 6.86. 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-Nassr start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Al Khaleej Saihat 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 43% for Al-Nassr and 41% for Al Khaleej Saihat. 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-Nassr's starters have collected 13 yellow cards this season, compared to 10 for Al Khaleej Saihat. 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-Nassr's starting XI is 29.2 (youngest: Bento (26), oldest: Mohammed Al Fatil (33)), while Al Khaleej Saihat average 30.4 (youngest: Raed Ozaybi (24), oldest: Mansour Hamzi (33)). 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-Nassr's starters average 21 league appearances each, versus 22 for Al Khaleej Saihat. 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-Nassr have recorded 5 wins, 1 draws and 0 defeats. Al Khaleej Saihat show 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Al-Nassr and Al Khaleej Saihat have met 2 times — Al-Nassr won 2, Al Khaleej Saihat won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Al-Nassr leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 10 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 5.00 per match (9 for the home side, 1 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 0–5 in 2026.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026