Al Najma vs Al Okhdood Result
Pro League · Saudi-Arabia
Al Najma
Full Time
Al Okhdood
📍 Alinma Stadium, Buraidah
🗓️ Saturday, 28 Feb 2026 at 19:00
💀 AI Prediction Report
DOWN BADPredicted
1 - 1
Actual
1 - 3
💰 Bet Results0/1 hit
Clinical Al Okhdood Punish Wasteful Al Najma in 3-1 Away Triumph
Al Okhdood stunned Al Najma at the Alinma Stadium with a ruthless 3-1 victory, capitalizing on their chances despite seeing just 36% of the ball. The visitors struck early through Saleh Al Abbas and, after Al Najma briefly levelled before halftime, pulled away decisively in the second half thanks to goals from Christian Bassogog and substitute Burak Ince. Al Najma, though dominant in possession and shots, were left ruing their profligacy in front of goal, managing only three shots on target from sixteen attempts. The match was a tale of efficiency versus wastefulness. Al Najma’s 4-4-2 setup controlled the midfield and dictated tempo, but Al Okhdood’s compact 4-5-1 absorbed pressure and struck clinically on the break. The hosts’ frustration was compounded by four yellow cards, as their inability to convert pressure into goals ultimately cost them dearly.
Al Najma
Al Najma dominated possession with 64% and created the bulk of the chances, firing 16 shots but finding the target only three times. Their 4-4-2 formation allowed them to control the midfield and dictate the tempo, but a lack of cutting edge in the final third proved costly. Despite equalizing before halftime through Felippe Cardoso, their defensive frailties were exposed after the break, and their frustration grew as they collected four yellow cards.
Key Players
Strengths
Weaknesses
Al Okhdood
Al Okhdood were the epitome of efficiency, scoring three times from just five shots and four on target. Their 4-5-1 formation allowed them to soak up pressure and break with purpose. Saleh Al Abbas set the tone with an early goal, and the visitors' defensive organization frustrated Al Najma throughout. Clinical finishing from Christian Bassogog and Burak Ince after the interval sealed a memorable away win.
Key Players
Strengths
Weaknesses
Key Moments
14' — Goal
Saleh Al Abbas finishes a swift counter to give Al Okhdood the lead.
39' — Goal
Felippe Cardoso equalizes for Al Najma after sustained pressure.
64' — Goal
Christian Bassogog restores Al Okhdood's advantage with a clinical finish.
90' — Goal
Burak Ince seals the win for Al Okhdood with a third goal in stoppage time.
Various' — Yellow cards
Both sides pick up multiple bookings in a physical encounter (Al Najma 4, Al Okhdood 3).
Tactical Analysis
Al Najma lined up in a 4-4-2, seeking to control the game through midfield possession and width, which they achieved for long spells. However, their lack of incisiveness in the final third and vulnerability to counters proved costly. Al Okhdood’s 4-5-1 was compact and disciplined, with the midfield five dropping deep to shield the back four and springing forward quickly when possession was won. The visitors’ willingness to absorb pressure and strike on the break brought maximum reward, especially as Al Najma overcommitted in search of goals. Set pieces provided little joy for either side, with corners at a premium.
Turning Point
Christian Bassogog’s 64th-minute goal, which restored Al Okhdood’s lead and shifted momentum firmly in their favor.
Man of the Match
Christian Bassogog
Scored the decisive second goal and led Al Okhdood’s counter-attacking threat throughout.