Neom SC vs Al Kholood: match statistics
Statistical analysis indicates very even chances for both teams. Neom SC ranks 8th in the table, while Al Kholood is in 14th position, yet both teams have identical home and away records (36% wins, 9% draws, 55% losses). Neom SC has better form in the last 5 matches (1.6 PPG vs 1.4 PPG) and a minimally better goal difference at home (-5 goal difference). However, Al Kholood presents higher scoring efficiency away (1.55 goals per match vs 1.09 for the hosts at home) and better shot conversion (13% vs 9%). Both teams have an identical average of conceded goals (1.55) and similar xG values, suggesting an even level. Considering the slight advantage for the hosts resulting from playing at home and the balanced form of recent weeks, a draw seems the most probable outcome of this meeting.
Neom SC vs Al Kholood: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Neom SC played against Al Kholood in Professional League (Saudi Arabia). The game was played on February 28, 2026. Final score: 1:2.
Recent form
Neom SC has 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss over its last five games, averaging 1.60 points per game. Al Kholood has 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses, with 1.40 points per game.
Scoring records
Neom SC scores 1.22 goals per game and allows 1.35. Al Kholood scores 1.30 and allows 1.78. Games in this league average 2.99 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 61% of Neom SC's games and 48% of Al Kholood's. The Over 2.5 rates are 52% and 65%, compared with league averages of 58% for BTTS and 55% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Neom SC has the higher season xG average, 1.35 to 1.20 per game. Neom SC takes 12.2 shots per game, while Al Kholood takes 10.4.
First-half and second-half trends
Neom SC leads at halftime in 30% of its games and scores 0.65 goals per game after halftime. Al Kholood leads at halftime in 17% and scores 0.65 after halftime.
When the teams score
Neom SC's most productive scoring window is minutes 76-90+ (8 goals). For Al Kholood, it is minutes 76-90+ (11 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Professional League games average 2.99 goals. Both teams score in 58% of games, and 55% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, one previous meeting was available. The record was 1 home win, 0 draws and 0 away wins. Those games averaged 5.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 100% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
Statistical analysis indicates very even chances for both teams. Neom SC ranks 8th in the table, while Al Kholood is in 14th position, yet both teams have identical home and away records (36% wins, 9% draws, 55% losses). Neom SC has better form in the last 5 matches (1.6 PPG vs 1.4 PPG) and a minimally better goal difference at home (-5 goal difference). However, Al Kholood presents higher scoring efficiency away (1.55 goals per match vs 1.09 for the hosts at home) and better shot conversion (13% vs 9%). Both teams have an identical average of conceded goals (1.55) and similar xG values, suggesting an even level. Considering the slight advantage for the hosts resulting from playing at home and the balanced form of recent weeks, a draw seems the most probable outcome of this meeting.
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Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| Neom SC | Al Kholood | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 38% | 35% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.11 | 0.12 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.26 | 0.36 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Neom SC is 14% better for: last-5 form.
1.6 pts / game - Neom SC · 1.4 pts / game - Al Kholood
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Al Kholood is 7% better for: goals scored per game.
1.22 goals / game - Neom SC · 1.3 goals / game - Al Kholood
Neom SC is 32% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.35 goals / game - Neom SC · 1.78 goals / game - Al Kholood
Neom SC scores in 78% of games (18 of 23 meczów), while Al Kholood keeps a clean sheet in 13% (3 of 23 meczów).
Al Kholood scores in 57% of games (13 of 23 meczów), while Neom SC keeps a clean sheet in 22% (5 of 23 meczów).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Neom SC
Over / Under - Al Kholood
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Neom SC is 43% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.43 pts / game - Neom SC · 1 pts / game - Al Kholood
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Neom SC - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 30% of games and wins 39%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.5 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
Al Kholood - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 17% of games and wins 30%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.1 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.20 | 1.80 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.2 | 0.6 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.2 | 0.4 |
| Average goals per game | 0.4 | 1.0 |
| 1 goal | 40% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 0% | 0% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 80% | 60% |
| No goal | 80% | 40% |
| Goal difference | 0 | +1 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.60 | 1.80 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.2 | 0.8 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.8 | 0.4 |
| Average goals per game | 1.0 | 1.2 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 60% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 40% | 60% |
| No goal | 80% | 40% |
| Goal difference | -3 | +2 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (8 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (9). Late-goal balance (76-90): -1 - late phases are a weakness.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (11 goals). Concedes most in 0-15 (8). Late-goal balance (76-90): +5 - wins late phases.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
Neom SC
Al Kholood
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (Professional League).
Teams vs league
| Neom SC | Liga | Al Kholood | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▼ 2.57 | 2.99 | • 3.09 |
| Both teams scored | ▲ 61% | 58% | ▼ 48% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 52% | 55% | ▲ 65% |
| Clean sheets | • 22% | 23% | ▼ 13% |
| Goal before half-time | ▼ 61% | 73% | ▼ 70% |
| Goal after half-time | ▼ 78% | 81% | ▲ 83% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Substitutes
Away team
Starting lineup
Substitutes
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Referee context
See how often this referee shows cards, awards penalties and how their matches tend to finish.
Head-to-head
Record from Neom SC's perspective: 1 win, 0 draws and 0 losses against Al Kholood. Games average 5.00 goals, and both teams scored in 100% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Neom SC vs Al Kholood?
The Professional League match finished Neom SC 1:2 Al Kholood. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Neom SC vs Al Kholood?
Neom SC score 1.22 goals per game on average and Al Kholood 1.30. The Professional League average is 2.99 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 55% of games. Both teams score in 61% of Neom SC's matches and 48% of Al Kholood's.
What form are Neom SC and Al Kholood in?
Over the last 5 games Neom SC have a 2-2-1 record (1.60 points per game) and Al Kholood 2-1-2 (1.40 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Neom SC vs Al Kholood?
This page shows the full statistical context — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under. The tip, value assessment and full reasoning are in the NoFluffPicks app.