Match Summary
Al-Ittihad FC defeated Al Shabab 3:2. The match was played in Pro League 2024. Goals were scored by M. Diaby 1′, M. Diaby 34′, Y. Carrasco 45′, S. Bergwijn 58′, C. Guanca 67′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Al Shabab had 50% possession while Al-Ittihad FC held 50%. Al Shabab had 21 shots (9 on target) compared to 6 (3 on target) for Al-Ittihad FC. Al Shabab made 2 substitutions, Al-Ittihad FC made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Al Shabab and Al-Ittihad FC — 5 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Fawaz Al Soqoor
assist: S. Bergwijn
assist: Musab Al Juwayr
assist: N. Kanté
assist: Daniel Podence
Match Statistics
Al Shabab had 50% possession against Al-Ittihad FC's 50%. Al Shabab registered 21 shots (9 on target) while Al-Ittihad FC managed 6 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 9–2. Fouls committed: 9–15.
Lineups
Al Shabab lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under F. Terim, while Al-Ittihad FC deployed a 4-2-3-1 under L. Blanc.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Al Shabab is 6.86, compared to 6.69 for Al-Ittihad FC. 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 Shabab's highest-rated starter is Y. Carrasco (7.62), while Al-Ittihad FC's best-rated player is Awad Al Nashri (6.77).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Al Shabab have contributed 13 goals and 7 assists this season, led by Y. Carrasco (13G). Al-Ittihad FC's starters account for 0 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by —. 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 Shabab deploy 4 defenders rated 6.81 on average, against Al-Ittihad FC's 4-man backline averaging —. 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 Shabab field 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Al-Ittihad FC's 5 rated 6.69. 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 Shabab start 3 forward(s) averaging 7.62, compared to 1 for Al-Ittihad FC 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 46% for Al Shabab and —% for Al-Ittihad FC. 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 Shabab's starters have collected 10 yellow cards this season, compared to 1 for Al-Ittihad FC. 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 Shabab's starting XI is 30.4 (youngest: Mohammed Al Shwirekh (28), oldest: Y. Carrasco (32)), while Al-Ittihad FC average 24.5 (youngest: Awad Al Nashri (23), oldest: Hamed Al Ghamdi (26)). 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 Shabab's starters average 16 league appearances each, versus 8 for Al-Ittihad FC. 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 Shabab have recorded 3 wins, 1 draws and 2 defeats. Al-Ittihad FC show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Al Shabab and Al-Ittihad FC have met 2 times — Al Shabab won 0, Al-Ittihad FC won 2, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Al-Ittihad FC leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 7 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.50 per match (2 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 3–2 in 2025.
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API data: 15 Mar 2026