Al-Shabab vs Al Riyadh: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Al Shabab Riyadh prepare to host Al Riyadh on February 23, 2026, with kick-off at 20:00, this SAUDI ARABIA: Pro League fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

Al Shabab Riyadh, currently 13th in the standings with 22 points from 22 games, trail the leaders by 31 points. They've earned 12 points from 10 home games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 3 wins and 2 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 7 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 10 goals scored.

Al Riyadh, sitting 15th with 16 points, enter as underdogs but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 6 points from 11 games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 1 win, 2 draws and 2 losses in their last five matches. They've shown a solid defensive record, conceding 4 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 4 goals scored.

Recent meetings between Al Shabab Riyadh and Al Riyadh have favored Al Shabab Riyadh, with Al Riyadh claiming victory in their most recent clash (3-1). Over the past few seasons, Al Shabab Riyadh have held the upper hand in this matchup.

In their previous league match against Dhamk, Al Shabab Riyadh recorded a 3-1 victory while lining up in a 4-2-3-1 formation.

Al Riyadh's last outing came against Al Kholood, where they secured a 2-0 victory using a 4-2-3-1 system. Their starting XI featured Borjan, Al-Khaibri, Barbet, Al-Khaibari, Al-Bawardi, Lekhal, Al Siyahiahi, Sali, Toze, Okou, Antunes. A double pivot offered defensive protection while the attacking midfielder linked play between lines.

Looking ahead, Al Shabab Riyadh are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Al Shabab Riyadh and Al Riyadh are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest plenty of goals: Al Shabab Riyadh's fixtures have averaged 3.7 goals per game, with 5 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 40% of those matches, alongside 5 clean sheets. Al Riyadh's games average 2.4 goals, with 3 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 70% of those matches, alongside 1 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect a low-scoring affair.

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