AFC Champions League Elite Gameweek 2, West
Nasaf 2 - 3 FT Al-Hilal Saudi FC
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Futmetrix Verdict
100
FT
Sun, Oct 25
Barcelona
1-2
Real Madrid
⚡ Intensity
68
⚖️ Balance
42
🏆 Stakes
100
🎲 Upset
60
Mbappé breaks El Clásico late
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
27' S. Bakhromov (U. Eshmurodov)
T. Hernandez (A. Al Bulayhi) 45'
HT
46' ↓ I. Golban ↑J. Sidikov
46' ↓ S. Mukhitdinov ↑D. Ceran
61' J. Sidikov (U. Eshmurodov)
67' ↓ Z. Abdirakhmatov ↑S. Nurulloev
↓ A. Al Bulayhi ↑Kaio Cesar 72'
73' ↓ Nasaf ↑J. Ubaydullaev
78' ↓ O. Bozorov ↑S. Colovic
Marcos Leonardo (S. Milinkovic-Savic) 79'
↓ M. Kanno ↑N. Al Dawsari 85'
↓ A. Al Hamdan ↑A. Lajami 85'
↓ H. Al Yami ↑M. Al Harbi 90'+1
↓ Marcos Leonardo ↑A. Radif 90'+1
Rúben Neves 90'+7
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Nasaf
Goalkeepers
Abduvohid Ne'matov 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Shuhrat Muhammadiyev
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Sherzod Nasrullayev
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
G'olib G'aybullaev
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Igor Golban
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Midfielders
Z. Abdirakhmatov
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
S. Mukhitdinov
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Umar Eshmurodov 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
2
Assists
21%
Pass Acc
Sardorbek Bakhromov 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Oybek Bozorov
LATE SHIFT
12
Late Mins
12
Late Mins
78
Total Mins
78
Entry
Forwards
Husain Norchaev
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
BENCH
Oleksandr Vorobey 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Asilbek Numonov
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Javokhir Sidikov 
SUPER SUB
1
Goal
1
Goal
28
Minutes
7.9
Rating
Sukhrob Nurulloyev
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
23
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Stefan Čolović
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
12
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Dragan Ćeran
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
Started
Entry
B. Khalilov
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
D. Abdunazarov
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
J. Ubaydullaev
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Y. Otubanjo
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Al-Hilal Saudi FC
Goalkeepers
Yassine Bounou 
SIEVE
33%
Save %
33%
Save %
2
Conceded
1
Saves
Defenders
Hassan Al Tambakti 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
71%
Duel Win %
Kalidou Koulibaly
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ali Al Bulayhi
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
60%
Duel Win %
Midfielders
Hamad Al Tuhayfan 
NPC
89
Minutes
89
Minutes
45%
Pass Acc
6.2
Rating
Rúben Neves
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
66%
Pass Acc
Mohamed Kanno 
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Théo Hernández
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Forwards
Sergej Milinković-Savić
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
1
Assists
63%
Pass Acc
Abdullah Al Hamdan 
MAGNET
52
Activity
52
Activity
50
Passes
2
Duels
Marcos Leonardo 
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
BENCH
Mathieu Patouillet
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Yusuf Akçiçek
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Moteb Al Harbi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ali Lajami
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nasser Al Dawsari
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mohammed Al Qahtani
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kaio César
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
18
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Abdulkarim Darisi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Abdullah Radif
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Al Rubaie
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
League Standings
P: 2 GD: +2
P: 2 GD: +2
P: 2 GD: +1
P: 2 GD: +1
P: 2 GD: +1
P: 2 GD: +1
P: 2 GD: 0
P: 2 GD: 0
P: 2 GD: -1
P: 2 GD: -2
P: 2 GD: -2
P: 2 GD: -3
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Nasaf
Al-Hilal Saudi FC
Nasaf
Al-Hilal Saudi FC
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Al-Hilal Edge Five-Goal Thriller in Qarshi
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 48/100. This clash cemented Al-Hilal's continental dominance while leaving Nasaf fighting for survival after a high-octane encounter in Uzbekistan.
The Siege at Markaziy Stadium
The atmosphere at Markaziy Stadium Qarshi was electric as Nasaf attempted to derail the continental giants. However, the gulf in class was evident from the opening exchanges. An Intensity rating of 8.9 reflects the relentless tempo set by Al-Hilal Saudi FC, who immediately sought to suffocate their hosts. The visitors dominated possession with a commanding 62% share, forcing the Uzbek side into a deep defensive shell. While Nasaf struggled to find their rhythm, managing only five total shots throughout the match, they remained disciplined under immense pressure. The early phase was defined by a tactical tug-of-war, with Al-Hilal probing the flanks and Nasaf relying on a compact structure to weather the initial storm of the Saudi champions.
The Sniper and the Shield
The match transformed into a captivating duel between Al-Hilal's clinical frontline and the heroic resistance of the Nasaf goalkeeper. A barrage of 16 shots turned the penalty area into a shooting gallery, yet the home side refused to crumble easily. With a Balance score of 2.3, the game appeared skewed toward the visitors, but the scoreline remained dangerously close. The turning point arrived through Al-Hilal's superior shot accuracy, as they registered 10 efforts on target. Despite the Nasaf shot-stopper producing seven vital saves to keep his side within touching distance, the sheer volume of high-quality chances eventually told. The visitors' ability to create four big chances compared to Nasaf's solitary opening proved to be the decisive factor in breaking the deadlock during a frantic middle period.
Continental Class Prevails
As the final whistle approached, the 3-2 scoreline reflected a match of high Stakes for both ends of the table. Al-Hilal Saudi FC showcased the composure required of league leaders, navigating a late surge from the hosts to secure all three points. For Nasaf, the defeat is a bitter pill to swallow despite their defensive bravery; they remain rooted toward the bottom of the standings with just one point from seven matches. Conversely, Al-Hilal continues their imperious form, moving to 19 points and maintaining their position at the summit. The statistical disparity was stark—603 passes for the visitors against 367 for the hosts—proving that while Nasaf fought with heart, Al-Hilal’s technical execution and tactical maturity were simply insurmountable on the night.
Key Questions
What caused the 5-goal thriller?
A relentless Al-Hilal attack, registering 10 shots on target, faced a resilient Nasaf defense that made 7 saves, resulting in an Intensity score of 8.9.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
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Archive note: this preview was written after the match was played.
A Goliath Mission in Qarshi
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 48/100. Al-Hilal look to cement their status in the upper echelons of the West region while Nasaf fight for continental oxygen in a stark mismatch of resources and momentum.
The Setup
The journey to the Markaziy Stadium Qarshi presents a classic continental challenge, but the data suggests a widening chasm. Al-Hilal Saudi FC arrive boasting a Form rating of 5.2, fueled by an away win rate of 75% this season. For Nasaf, the Stakes are at a breaking point; with just one point from seven matches, they are teetering on the edge of the qualification line. While the Uzbek side is known for its defensive resilience at home, they face a squad that has already amassed 19 points and 15 goals in their domestic campaign, creating a Balance that heavily favours the visitors.
Key Battle
The tactical crux lies in the Nasaf back line's ability to track the verticality of D. Núñez. With Rúben Neves dictating the tempo from deep, the home midfield will be stretched thin trying to close gaps while simultaneously monitoring the overlapping runs of T. Hernández. It is a battle of Nasaf's collective discipline against the individual Stars of the Saudi champions.
Our Prediction
Expect Al-Hilal to monopolise possession early, using Neves to bypass the first line of pressure. Nasaf’s winless run is unlikely to end here; the visitors' depth and clinical finishing should see them break the deadlock before half-time. A 0-3 victory for Al-Hilal is the most probable outcome as they secure their path toward the top-8 direct qualification spots.