Analysis The numbers behind the result
Al-Ittihad dominate xG but held by wasteful finishing
The goalless draw flattered Al-Fateh, with Al-Ittihad (2.07 xG) creating double the quality of chances of their opponents (0.89 xG). Despite 63% possession and 24 total shots (12 blocked, 8 on target), Wissing's side failed to convert their dominance – particularly from set pieces (10 corners to 1) and high-volume shooting inside the box (21 attempts).
Al-Ittihad's profligacy was compounded by Al-Fateh goalkeeper Adrian Šemper (8 saves, 0.91 goals prevented), while both sides were hampered by discipline (7 combined yellow cards). The decisive stat was Al-Ittihad's 12 blocked shots – evidence of both persistent attacking and last-ditch defending – which ultimately cost them two expected goals' worth of clear opportunities.