Damac vs. Al Shabab Live score

Saudi Pro League: Damac vs. Al Shabab Live score | Date: October 4, 2024 | Time: 17:30 Hrs. | Location: Prince Sultan bin Abdul Aziz Stadium, Abha, Saudi Arabia

Damac is going head to head with Al Shabab starting on October 4^th 2024 at 17:30 Hrs. The match is a part of the Saudi Professional League. This match is part of round 6, in SPL.

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Historical Performance

Al-Shabab FC has had a dominant record against Damac FC in their previous encounters. Out of the last eleven meetings, Al-Shabab FC has emerged victorious eight times, with three draws, and Damac FC has yet to register a win. The goal difference heavily favors Al-Shabab FC, who have scored twenty-four goals compared to Damac FC’s 10, making it a challenging matchup for the home side.

The most common result when these two teams meet is a 1-2 victory for Al-Shabab, a scoreline that has been recorded four times in their head-to-head history.

In their most recent meetings, Al-Shabab FC continued to assert their dominance. Last season’s fixtures ended in a narrow 0-1 win for Al-Shabab FC at Damac’s home, followed by a 1-1 draw when Al-Shabab played at home. Al-Shabab FC’s form has been particularly impressive, currently riding a 5-match winning streak, including 4 consecutive victories in the Saudi Pro League.

Damac FC’s Struggles: Winless Streak and Defensive Concerns

Damac FC is currently in a slump, having failed to win any of their last five games. Their struggles are further compounded by their inability to capitalize on home advantage, as they have now gone ten home games without a win. This season, they have not managed to score a single goal at home, indicating a serious lack of offensive firepower.

Defensively, Damac FC has been porous, conceding at least one goal in each of their last ten matches. With Al-Shabab FC’s current scoring form, this defensive fragility could be a key factor in determining the outcome of the match.

First-half performance: Damac FC slightly better

When comparing first-half performances, Damac FC edges Al-Shabab FC slightly, winning 27% of their first halves compared to Al-Shabab’s 21%. This suggests that while Damac FC may start games stronger, they often falter in the latter stages, allowing opponents to seize the advantage.

Key Players: Yellow Card Watch

For Damac FC, Dhari Sayyar Al-Anazi has been a frequent offender, collecting 3 yellow cards, more than any other player on his team. Al-Shabab’s Wesley Hoedt has been similarly aggressive, picking up 2 yellow cards, which might make both players targets for referees in their upcoming clash.

Al-Shabab FC’s Away Form: Impeccable Defensive Record

Al-Shabab FC’s away form has been stellar this season, as they have not conceded a single goal when playing away from home. This defensive resilience, combined with their winning momentum, makes them formidable opponents on the road. When leading 0-1 away, Al-Shabab FC has a perfect 100% win rate, showcasing their ability to close out games when they have the upper hand.

Scoring and Goal Trends

In terms of average scoring, Damac FC typically nets 1.31 goals when playing at home, while Al-Shabab FC averages 1 goal in their away fixtures. However, when these two teams meet, Al-Shabab FC has a distinct edge, scoring 2 goals per game on average compared to Damac FC’s 0.8 goals. The average number of goals per match between them is 2.8, with 1.2 goals being scored in the first half alone.

Seasonal Standings: Al-Shabab on the Rise

The current season has seen a sharp contrast in form between the two teams. A year ago, Al-Shabab FC was struggling at 17th place with just 2 points. However, they have turned their fortunes around and are now positioned 3rd with 12 points, reflecting a marked improvement. On the other hand, Damac FC has continued to struggle, failing to find consistent form.

Al-Shabab FC Favored to Extend Their Winning Run

Given their recent form, superior head-to-head record, and current league standings, Al-Shabab FC enters this encounter as strong favorites. Damac FC will need to address their defensive lapses and find their scoring touch if they hope to break their winless streak and challenge a high-flying Al-Shabab FC side.

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