27 February 2026 at 19:00
Match Summary
Al-Hilal Saudi FC defeated Al Shabab 5:3. The match was played in Pro League 2025. Goals were scored by J. Brownhill 13′, M. Kanno 19′, A. Al Bulayhi 31′ (o.g.), A. Hamdallah 44′, K. Koulibaly 45′, S. Mandash 48′, Marcos Leonardo 52′, Y. Adli 75′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Al Shabab had 48% possession while Al-Hilal Saudi FC held 52%. Al Shabab had 12 shots (7 on target) compared to 14 (7 on target) for Al-Hilal Saudi FC. Expected goals: Al Shabab 0.75 — Al-Hilal Saudi FC 1.68. Al Shabab made 1 substitutions, Al-Hilal Saudi FC made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Al Shabab and Al-Hilal Saudi FC — 8 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
assist: S. Balobaid
Own Goal
assist: Y. Carrasco
assist: M. Kanno
assist: S. Mandash
assist: S. Balobaid
Match Statistics
Al Shabab had 48% possession against Al-Hilal Saudi FC's 52%. Al Shabab registered 12 shots (7 on target) while Al-Hilal Saudi FC managed 14 (7 on target). Corner kicks: 2–4. Fouls committed: 11–8.
Lineups
Al Shabab lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under Noureddine Zekri, while Al-Hilal Saudi FC deployed a 4-1-4-1 under Simone Inzaghi.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Al Shabab is 6.81, compared to 7.03 for Al-Hilal Saudi 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 (7.58), while Al-Hilal Saudi FC's best-rated player is R. Neves (7.85).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Al Shabab have contributed 27 goals and 15 assists this season, led by Y. Carrasco (15G). Al-Hilal Saudi FC's starters account for 41 goals and 21 assists, spearheaded by Marcos Leonardo (12G). 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 6.55 on average, against Al-Hilal Saudi FC's 4-man backline averaging 6.93. 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 6.90, versus Al-Hilal Saudi FC's 5 rated 7.18. 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 6.99, compared to 1 for Al-Hilal Saudi FC averaging 6.83. 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 81% for Al Shabab and 86% for Al-Hilal Saudi 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 23 yellow cards this season, compared to 24 for Al-Hilal Saudi 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 30.8 (youngest: S. Balobaid (25), oldest: Marcelo Grohe (38)), while Al-Hilal Saudi FC average 28.3 (youngest: S. Bouabre (19), oldest: Bono (34)). 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 19 league appearances each, versus 20 for Al-Hilal Saudi 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
Coach: Noureddine Zekri
Substitutes
Coach: Simone Inzaghi
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Al Shabab have recorded 1 wins, 4 draws and 1 defeats. Al-Hilal Saudi FC show 4 wins, 2 draws and 0 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Al Shabab vs Al-Hilal Saudi FC Head to Head Results
Al Shabab and Al-Hilal Saudi FC have met 1 times — Al Shabab won 0, Al-Hilal Saudi FC won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Al-Hilal Saudi FC leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 1 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.00 per match (0 for the home side, 1 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–0 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 15 Mar 2026