Analysis The numbers behind the result
Al Khaleej dominate xG and possession in clinical win
Al Khaleej Saihat's 4-2 victory was fully deserved, reflected in their commanding 3.31 expected goals (xG) compared to Al-Hazm's 0.91. Despite trailing 2-1 at half-time, Al Khaleej's superior possession (61%) and shot creation (16 total shots, 9 on target) laid the foundation for their comeback. Musa Barrow was pivotal, scoring twice (24', 75'), while Boubakar Kouyate (47') and Joshua King (73') completed the turnaround, all assisted by Angelo Fulgini, who orchestrated three goals in just 18 minutes.
Al-Hazm's first-half goals from Sofiane Bendebka (39') and Afimico Pululu (45') were against the run of play, with their attacking output limited to just 12 shots, only two of which were on target. Al Khaleej's dominance extended to set-pieces, winning seven corners to Al-Hazm's two, and their ability to convert chances (4 goals from 3.31 xG) highlighted their clinical edge.
The decisive stat was Al Khaleej's 12 shots inside the box, double Al-Hazm's six, underscoring their control in dangerous areas and their deserved victory.