Al Hazm 0-1 Ittihad Jeddah: Post-Match Analysis & Key Stats
A fascinating Saudi League tie unfolded on April 3, 2026 as Al Hazm went head-to-head with Ittihad Jeddah. Played at the iconic King Abdullah Sports City and overseen by referee Shukri Al Hanfosh, the fixture ended 0-1, providing plenty of talking points for football analysts.
Formations and Managerial Tactics
The game was a clash of styles. Al Hazm lined up in a 4-4-1-1, aiming to exploit specific areas of the pitch, while Ittihad Jeddah answered with a resilient 4-3-3. This tactical setup directly influenced the game’s possession distribution: Al Hazm managed 54%, compared to Ittihad Jeddah's 46%.
Goals, Cards, and Major Events
The timeline of the match tells a story of high drama. Al Aboud 72' scored. Diaby 34' (Red Card), Al Shammari 39' (Yellow Card), Al-Dakhai 49' (Yellow Card). Substitutions: M. Al-Ghamdi 46', Y. Oumarou 46', Al Aboud 64'. Beyond the scoreline, both goalkeepers and defensive lines were repeatedly tested. Al Hazm managed 12 shots (5 on target), while Ittihad Jeddah engineered 20 attempts.
Expected goals (xG) statistics also reveal the attacking intent of both teams. Al Hazm generated an xG of 1.51, while Ittihad Jeddah produced 1.22.
Defensively, both sides recorded several interceptions and clearances, highlighting the competitive balance between the teams.
As the dust settles on this intense Saudi League matchup, fans and pundits alike will be analyzing how this result shapes the rest of the season's campaign.