NEOM
Al-Ettifaq
Al-Ettifaq
NEOM
Team Overview
In their latest Pro League match, NEOM faced Al-Ettifaq at home, resulting in a 1-1 draw. Despite dominating possession with 62%, NEOM couldn't secure a win, leaving them with mixed feelings after the match.
Match statistics (NEOM vs Al-Ettifaq):
Team Overview
Al-Ettifaq played to a 1-1 draw against NEOM in their recent Pro League encounter, where they managed to hold their ground despite having only 38% possession. This result reflects their ongoing battle for consistency in the league.
Match statistics (NEOM vs Al-Ettifaq):
The match between NEOM and Al-Ettifaq ended in a 1-1 draw, with both teams sharing the spoils in a tightly contested encounter. Al-Ettifaq struck first with a goal from M. Dembele in the 6th minute, but NEOM responded late in the game with A. Al Haji equalizing in the 81st minute.
Despite Al-Ettifaq's early lead, NEOM dominated possession with 62% and created more opportunities, registering 14 total shots compared to Al-Ettifaq's 9. However, the visitors were more clinical in their approach, managing 5 shots on target against NEOM's 3.
The match saw NEOM pushing hard for an equalizer, particularly in the second half, where they made several substitutions to inject fresh energy into their attack. Their persistence paid off when Al Haji found the back of the net, assisted by A. Al Anzi, leveling the score just as the match was nearing its conclusion.
Both teams were disciplined in their play, with NEOM receiving only one yellow card while Al-Ettifaq avoided any bookings. The match showcased a tactical battle, with NEOM's high possession not translating into a decisive advantage, ultimately leading to a share of the points.
NEOM has shown a mixed form in their last ten matches, with 3 wins, 4 draws, and 3 losses. They scored a total of 6 goals while conceding 7, averaging 1.2 goals scored per game and 1.4 goals conceded. In contrast, Al-Ettifaq has been more prolific, netting 10 goals and conceding only 5 in their last ten matches, resulting in an average of 2.0 goals scored per game and 1.0 goals conceded.
In their recent encounters, NEOM managed to secure a draw against Al-Ettifaq in their last match, which reflects their ability to compete closely with them. Their home advantage may play a crucial role in this upcoming fixture.
The head-to-head record between NEOM and Al-Ettifaq indicates a strong tendency towards draws, with both previous matches ending in stalemates. The average goals per game in these encounters is 1.00, suggesting a tightly contested match. NEOM's last match saw them achieve an expected goals (xG) of 1.60, while Al-Ettifaq had an xG of 0.55, indicating NEOM's attacking potential despite their recent form.
NEOM's possession rate in their last match was 62%, significantly higher than Al-Ettifaq's 38%, which may suggest that NEOM will look to dominate possession again. However, Al-Ettifaq's ability to capitalize on counter-attacks could be a decisive factor.
In terms of tactics, NEOM will likely focus on maintaining possession and creating chances through their midfield, while Al-Ettifaq may adopt a more defensive approach, looking to exploit NEOM's vulnerabilities on the break. The match could see NEOM pushing for a goal while Al-Ettifaq remains compact and ready to counter.
NEOM
1
0
1
Al-Ettifaq
1
1
0
M. Bulka
G
K. Al Dawsari
D
A. Hegazy
D
N. Zeze
D
F. Abdi
D
M. Al Burayk
M
A. Al Haji
—
A. Kone
M
R. Messi
M
L. Rodriguez
F
A. Lacazette
F
M. Rodak
G
A. A. Khateeb
D
J. Hendry
D
F. Calvo
D
M. Al Olayan
D
M. Ali
M
A. Medran
M
J. Costa
M
G. Wijnaldum
M
K. Al Ghannam
M
M. Dembele
F
