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

As Neom SC prepare to host Al Shabab Riyadh on May 11, 2026, with kick-off at 18:50, this SAUDI ARABIA: Pro League fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested mid-table battle.

Neom SC, currently 8th in the standings with 41 points from 31 games, trail the leaders by 38 points. They've earned 18 points from 15 home games this season. Their recent form has been mixed, with 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 8 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 9 goals.

Al Shabab Riyadh, sitting 13th with 32 points, enter as underdogs but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 13 points from 15 games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 1 win, 3 draws and 1 loss in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 9 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 7 goals.

Recent meetings between Neom SC and Al Shabab Riyadh have favored Al Shabab Riyadh, with Al Shabab Riyadh claiming victory in their most recent clash (2-3). Head-to-head results have gone either way in the last few seasons.

In their previous league match against Al Fateh, Neom SC recorded a 2-2 draw while lining up in a 3-5-2 formation. Their starting XI featured Bulka, Abdi, Zeze, Hegazy, Al-Burayk, Rodriguez, Kone, Hejji, Messi, Lacazette, Benrahma. This configuration emphasized defensive solidity while enabling quick transitions forward.

Al Shabab Riyadh's last outing came against Al Taawon, where they secured a 1-5 defeat using a 4-3-3 system. Their starting XI featured Grohe, Balobaid, Al-Bulayhi, Al-Shwirekh, Al-Thani, Al-Asmari, Brownhill, Carrasco, Adli, Azaizeh, Hamdallah. This shape emphasized attacking fluidity, with wide players providing constant threat in advanced positions.

Looking ahead, Neom SC are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Neom SC and Al Shabab 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: Neom SC's fixtures have averaged 2.8 goals per game, with 5 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 70% of those matches, alongside 2 clean sheets. Al Shabab Riyadh's games average 3.1 goals, with 4 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 70% of those matches, alongside 2 clean sheets. With both sides capable in attack, expect a low-scoring affair.

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