Analysis The numbers behind the result
Al Riyadh more clinical despite Al Kholood's possession dominance
Al Riyadh's 2-0 victory was deserved based on their ability to convert chances despite being outplayed in possession (40% vs 60%). While Al Kholood dominated the ball and outshot their opponents 15 to 11, their 5 shots inside the box (out of 9 total from inside) and 3 on target failed to breach Al Riyadh's defense. Kader Keita's 65th-minute opener, assisted by Sulaiman Hazazi, and Rodrigo Abascal's 89th-minute strike sealed the win, showcasing Al Riyadh's efficiency with 5 shots on target from 11 attempts.
Al Kholood's 60% possession and 11 corners suggest territorial dominance, but their inability to convert these opportunities into clear chances (only 3 shots on goal from 15 attempts) was decisive. The visitors also had 9 blocked shots, indicating Al Riyadh's defensive resilience. The key stat explaining the outcome is Al Kholood's lack of clinical finishing, managing just 3 shots on target despite their control, while Al Riyadh made the most of their fewer chances.