AFC Champions League League Phase West - 1

Al-Ahli Jeddah 4 - 2 FT Nasaf

King Abdullah Sports City

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Futmetrix Verdict
51
FT
Mon, Sep 15
Al-Ahli Jeddah
4-2
Nasaf
⚡ Intensity 65
⚖️ Balance 17
🏆 Stakes 0
🎲 Upset 0
Six-goal thriller at Alinma Stadium

Al-Ahli Jeddah Overpower Nasaf in Alinma Stadium Thriller

Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 51/100. A masterclass in offensive pressure saw Al-Ahli Jeddah capitalize on their numerical advantage to secure a high-scoring continental victory.

The Attacking Siege at Alinma

The air at Alinma Stadium was thick with expectation as Al-Ahli Jeddah immediately asserted their authority on the pitch. From the opening exchanges, the Saudi giants dominated possession with a commanding 70%, pinning Nasaf deep within their own half. The match registered an Intensity rating of 87, fueled by a relentless attacking siege that saw the home side register 16 total shots. While the Uzbek visitors attempted to maintain their defensive shape, the sheer volume of entries into the final third suggested that a breakthrough was inevitable. The early phase was characterized by a sharp tactical Balance that favored the hosts' technical superiority, as they completed 496 accurate passes to keep their opponents chasing shadows in the desert heat.

The Pivot: Disciplined Fracture

The complexity of the match shifted dramatically when the defensive discipline of Nasaf finally fractured. Already struggling to contain the accuracy of the Al-Ahli frontline, the visitors’ situation worsened as they accumulated 17 fouls, eventually leading to a critical red card. This moment of indiscretion served as the ultimate turning point, dismantling any hope of a smash-and-grab result. With a numerical advantage, Al-Ahli Jeddah exploited the gaps with clinical precision. The shot distribution ratio of 0.7 reflected a game that transformed from a tactical battle into an open-ended shooting gallery, as the home side poured 12 shots into the penalty area, forcing the opposing goalkeeper into four saves to keep the scoreline from spiraling further.

Resolution: Clinical Dominance Confirmed

As the final whistle echoed through the venue, the 4-2 scoreline underscored a significant gulf in class. Despite the high Stakes of the AFC Champions League group stage, Al-Ahli Jeddah never looked like victims of an Upset Factor, maintaining their composure to see out the result. This victory solidifies their position in second place in the standings, moving them to 14 points and maintaining a strong run of form. For Nasaf, a sixth loss in seven matches leaves them rooted to the bottom of the table with a daunting goal difference. The match proved that while the visitors could find the net on limited chances, their inability to sustain defensive pressure under a 70% possession onslaught remains their fatal flaw in continental competition.

Key Questions

What caused the 6-goal thriller?

Al-Ahli's 16-shot offensive siege and Nasaf's red card created an open game where the home side's 70% possession eventually overwhelmed the visitors' fractured defense.

What is the Futmetrix Score?

The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.

Match Statistics

Possession
70%
30%
Al-Ahli Jeddah 70%
Nasaf 30%
Shots
16
5
Al-Ahli Jeddah 16
Nasaf 5
Shots on Target
8
4
Al-Ahli Jeddah 8
Nasaf 4
Expected Goals (xG)
0.00
0.00
Al-Ahli Jeddah 0.00
Nasaf 0.00
Passes
576
247
Al-Ahli Jeddah 576
Nasaf 247
Pass Accuracy
86%
64%
Al-Ahli Jeddah 86%
Nasaf 64%
Corners
4
2
Al-Ahli Jeddah 4
Nasaf 2
Fouls
8
17
Al-Ahli Jeddah 8
Nasaf 17
Yellow Cards
2
2
Al-Ahli Jeddah 2
Nasaf 2
Red Cards
0
1
Al-Ahli Jeddah 0
Nasaf 1

Match Events

K. Norchaev (M. Rakhmatov) 34'
K. Norchaev (O. Bozorov) 41'
HT
46' 🔄 F. Al Buraikan M. Sulaiman
46' 🔄 M. Demiral Matheus Goncalves
48' 🟨 Roger Ibañez
62' 🔄 A. Majrashi V. Atangana
62' 🔄 Z. Al Johani S. Abu Al Shamat
63' 🟨 Enzo Millot
S. Colovic Z. Abdirakhmatov 🔄 64'
M. Rakhmatov D. Ceran 🔄 65'
65' E. Millot
68' E. Millot
O. Bozorov S. Mukhitdinov 🔄 75'
84' 🔄 E. Millot M. Abdulrahman
U. Eshmurodov J. Sidikov 🔄 84'
K. Norchaev Y. Otubanjo 🔄 84'
90' R. Mahrez (M. Dams)
90' M. Sulaiman (S. Abu Al Shamat)
Alibek Davronov 90'+12
Alibek Davronov 🟥 90'+13
FT

Player Cards

Our take on every player in this match

Al-Ahli Jeddah

Goalkeepers
E. Mendy
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
A. Majrashi
WALL
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
75%
Duel Win %
M. Demiral
PROVOCATEUR
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
5
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Ibanez
ARCHITECT
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
79%
Pass Acc
M. Dams
PROVIDER
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
6.9
Rating
Midfielders
Z. Al Johani
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
62
Total Mins
62
Entry
F. Kessie
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
R. Mahrez
CLUTCH HERO
CLUTCH HERO
90
Goal Time
90
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
8
Rating
E. Millot
HITMAN
HITMAN
2
Goals
2
Goals
2
On Target
8.9
Rating
F. Al Buraikan
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Forwards
I. Toney
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
A. Al Sanbi
SPECTATOR
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
A. Abdo
SPECTATOR
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
M. Sulaiman
CLUTCH HERO
CLUTCH HERO
90
Goal Time
90
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
8.3
Rating
M. Abdulrahman
STORMTROOPER
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
A. I. Al Khaibari
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
V. Atangana
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
28
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Fallatah
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Abu Al Shamat
SUPER SUB
SUPER SUB
1
Assist
1
Assist
28
Minutes
8
Rating
Matheus Goncalves
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
Started
Entry
R. Hamidou
👻 Invisible Nothing to note

Nasaf

Goalkeepers
A. Nematov
PROVOCATEUR
PROVOCATEUR
1
Fouls Won
1
Fouls Won
1
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Defenders
A. Davronov
FRIENDLY FIRE
FRIENDLY FIRE
Red Card
Mistake
Red Card
Mistake
1
Fouls
5.3
Rating
S. Bakhromov
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Nasrullaev
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
I. Golban
SHIELD
SHIELD
3
Blocks
3
Blocks
0
Interceptions
2
Tackles
G. Gaybullaev
STORMTROOPER
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Midfielders
M. Rakhmatov
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
O. Bozorov
PROVIDER
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
6.7
Rating
U. Eshmurodov
ENFORCER
ENFORCER
3
Tackles
3
Tackles
4
Duels Won
100%
Win %
Forwards
S. Colovic
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
64
Total Mins
64
Entry
K. Norchaev
HITMAN
HITMAN
2
Goals
2
Goals
2
On Target
8.5
Rating
BENCH
O. Vorobey
SPECTATOR
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
A. Numonov
SPECTATOR
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
S. Mukhammadiev
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
J. Sidikov
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
24
Total Mins
Started
Entry
S. Nurulloev
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Ceran
LATE SHIFT
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
25
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Z. Abdirakhmatov
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
S. Mukhitdinov
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
B. Khalilov
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
D. Abdunazarov
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
J. Ubaydullaev
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Y. Otubanjo
👻 Invisible Nothing to note

Head to Head

Date Home Score Away Competition Venue
02/03/2016 Nasaf 2 - 1 Al-Ahli Jeddah AFC Champions League Markaziy Stadium Qarshi
24/02/2016 Al-Ahli Jeddah 2 - 1 Nasaf AFC Champions League King Abdullah Sports City
02/03/2016
AFC Champions League Markaziy Stadium Qarshi
24/02/2016
AFC Champions League King Abdullah Sports City
Al-Ahli Jeddah Win
Nasaf Win
Draw

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