Pro League· Season 2025
Match Summary
Al Riyadh defeated Al-Fateh 1:0. The match was played in Pro League 2025. Goals were scored by M. Sylla 47′. 7 yellow cards were shown. Al Riyadh had 40% possession while Al-Fateh held 60%. Al Riyadh had 14 shots (4 on target) compared to 11 (6 on target) for Al-Fateh. Expected goals: Al Riyadh 2.23 — Al-Fateh 0.62. Al Riyadh made 3 substitutions, Al-Fateh made 5.
Match Events
Match Statistics
Al Riyadh had 40% possession against Al-Fateh's 60%. Al Riyadh registered 14 shots (4 on target) while Al-Fateh managed 11 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 5–2. Fouls committed: 12–18.
Lineups
Al Riyadh lined up in a 4-4-1-1 formation under Mauricio Dulac, while Al-Fateh deployed a 3-5-2 under Jose Gomes.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Al Riyadh is 6.81, compared to 6.89 for Al-Fateh. 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 L. Antunes (7.21), while Al-Fateh's best-rated player is M. Batna (7.39).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Al Riyadh have contributed 29 goals and 16 assists this season, led by M. Sylla (10G). Al-Fateh's starters account for 33 goals and 18 assists, spearheaded by S. Bendebka (9G). 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 6.64 on average, against Al-Fateh's 3-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 Riyadh field 4 midfielders averaging 6.85, versus Al-Fateh's 6 rated 6.95. 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 6.92, compared to 1 for Al-Fateh averaging 7.39. 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 78% for Al Riyadh and 78% for Al-Fateh. 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 Riyadh's starters have collected 24 yellow cards this season, compared to 41 for Al-Fateh. 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 28.7 (youngest: A. Al Siyahi (20), oldest: M. Borjan (38)), while Al-Fateh average 27.7 (youngest: Wesley Delgado (21), oldest: M. Batna (35)). 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 26 for Al-Fateh. 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: Mauricio Dulac
Substitutes
Coach: Jose Gomes
Al Riyadh and Al-Fateh have met 6 times — Al Riyadh won 1, Al-Fateh won 2, with 3 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2023. Al-Fateh leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 6 meetings. A combined 19 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.17 per match (8 for the home side, 11 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 5 matches (83%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 4 games (67%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Al-Fateh are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–1 in 2026.
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Match Prediction
Bookmaker Odds
Best price
Al Riyadh
2.10
10Bet
Draw
3.99
Pinnacle
Al-Fateh
3.59
Pinnacle
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 17 May 2026