Damac vs Al Shabab Result
Pro League · Saudi-Arabia
Damac
Full Time
Al Shabab
📍 Prince Sultan bin Abdul Aziz Stadium, Abha
🗓️ Friday, 20 Feb 2026 at 19:00
💪 AI Prediction Report
DECENT HITPredicted
0 - 2
Actual
1 - 3
💰 Bet Results1/2 hit
Estimated ROI (£100/bet)
Staked: £200 · Returns: £133
£-67
-34% ROI
Al Shabab Power Past Damac with Clinical Second-Half Display
Al Shabab overcame an early scare to secure a convincing 3-1 away victory over Damac at the Prince Sultan bin Abdul Aziz Stadium. Despite trailing briefly in the first half, Al Shabab's superior efficiency in front of goal and tactical adjustments after the break proved decisive. The visitors, who enjoyed a slight edge in possession (52%), struck first in the 18th minute, but Damac responded to level the score before halftime. The second half saw Al Shabab raise their intensity, capitalizing on Damac's defensive lapses to score twice and put the match beyond reach. While Damac registered more total shots (18 to 9), their inability to convert chances and Al Shabab's clinical finishing ultimately shaped the outcome. Three yellow cards for Al Shabab reflected their combative approach, but they managed to maintain discipline and composure to see out the win.
Damac
Damac started brightly and matched Al Shabab for much of the first half, showing attacking intent with 18 attempts on goal and 6 corners. Their equalizer in the 30th minute was a deserved reward for their enterprise. However, despite creating more opportunities, Damac struggled to test the opposition keeper consistently, with only 5 shots on target. As the match wore on, defensive frailties were exposed, particularly after the hour mark, and their midfield lost control as Al Shabab pressed higher. A lack of cutting edge in the final third and lapses in concentration at the back ultimately cost Damac. The home side's discipline was generally good, conceding just one yellow card and fewer fouls (8) than their opponents.
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Al Shabab
Al Shabab delivered a composed and tactically astute performance, especially in the second half. They made the most of their 52% possession, balancing patient buildup with incisive counterattacks. Their 9 shots yielded 4 on target, but crucially, they converted three of those into goals. The visitors' midfield, anchored by Yacine Adli and Vincent Sierro, gradually asserted dominance, while their attacking trio found space as Damac pressed forward. Despite picking up three yellow cards and conceding 13 fouls, Al Shabab's defensive structure held firm under pressure. Their ability to absorb Damac's attacks and strike clinically on the break was the difference maker.
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Key Moments
18' — Goal
Abderrazak Hamdallah puts Al Shabab ahead with a well-taken finish.
30' — Goal
Arielson equalizes for Damac, capitalizing on sustained pressure.
58' — Goal
Al Shabab retake the lead with a swift counterattack, punishing Damac's high line.
84' — Goal
Al Shabab seal the win with a third goal, exploiting Damac's stretched defense.
Various' — Cards
Al Shabab pick up three yellow cards as they battle to maintain their advantage.
Tactical Analysis
Both teams lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, leading to a congested midfield battle early on. Damac's approach focused on width and quick transitions, but their final ball often let them down. Al Shabab, meanwhile, sat deeper after their early lead, absorbing pressure and looking to break quickly through the likes of Carrasco and Hamdallah. The visitors' tactical discipline was evident, especially after halftime, as they tightened up defensively and pressed Damac higher up the pitch. Substitutions from both sides did little to alter the tactical landscape, but Al Shabab's ability to exploit spaces left by Damac's attacking full-backs proved decisive. Set pieces played a role, with both sides earning multiple corners, but it was Al Shabab's movement in open play that broke the deadlock in the second half.
Turning Point
The 58th-minute goal by Al Shabab, coming against the run of play, shifted momentum decisively in their favor and forced Damac to chase the game.
Man of the Match
Abderrazak Hamdallah
Led the line superbly, scored the opener, and was involved in key attacking moves throughout.