Match Summary
Al-Ahli Jeddah defeated Al Riyadh 1:0. The match was played in Pro League 2024. Goals were scored by I. Toney 16′ (pen.). 5 yellow cards were shown. Al Riyadh had 55% possession while Al-Ahli Jeddah held 45%. Al Riyadh had 12 shots (2 on target) compared to 12 (3 on target) for Al-Ahli Jeddah. Al Riyadh made 4 substitutions, Al-Ahli Jeddah made 3. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Saad Yaslam Balobaid 13′).
Match Events
Key match events between Al Riyadh and Al-Ahli Jeddah — 1 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
Match Statistics
Al Riyadh had 55% possession against Al-Ahli Jeddah's 45%. Al Riyadh registered 12 shots (2 on target) while Al-Ahli Jeddah managed 12 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 4–6. Fouls committed: 11–14.
Lineups
Al Riyadh lined up in a — formation, while Al-Ahli Jeddah deployed a 4-2-3-1.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Al Riyadh is 6.87, compared to 6.90 for Al-Ahli Jeddah. 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 Y. Barbet (6.87), while Al-Ahli Jeddah's best-rated player is I. Toney (7.33).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Al Riyadh have contributed 1 goals and 1 assists this season, led by Y. Barbet (1G). Al-Ahli Jeddah's starters account for 29 goals and 7 assists, spearheaded by I. Toney (23G). 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 6.87 on average, against Al-Ahli Jeddah's 4-man backline averaging 6.74. 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 —, versus Al-Ahli Jeddah'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 Riyadh start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Al-Ahli Jeddah averaging 7.33. 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.
Discipline
Al Riyadh's starters have collected 1 yellow cards this season, compared to 7 for Al-Ahli Jeddah. 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 32.0 (youngest: Y. Barbet (32), oldest: Y. Barbet (32)), while Al-Ahli Jeddah average 27.3 (youngest: M. Dams (21), oldest: É. Mendy (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 Riyadh's starters average 23 league appearances each, versus 16 for Al-Ahli Jeddah. 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 Riyadh have recorded 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 defeats. Al-Ahli Jeddah show 6 wins, 0 draws and 0 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Al Riyadh and Al-Ahli Jeddah have met 2 times — Al Riyadh won 0, Al-Ahli Jeddah won 1, 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 3 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.50 per match (1 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–1 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026