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The new season hasn't kicked off yet, so squads are still settling as clubs finalise transfers and loans. We update from our data provider as moves are confirmed, so a few names may change before the opening weekend.

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Al Shabab most-used starting XI37 MATCHES

Al Shabab's most-used starting XI this season, across 37 official matches, was Grohe in goal, a back three of Hoedt, Yaslam and Shwirekh, and Carrasco, Thani and Hammami further forward. A predicted lineup for their next fixture appears here once it is scheduled.

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Team news

  • No longer available: Grohe and Yaslam.
  • Most-used shape: 4-2-3-1 in 10 of the last 30 matches.

Compiled from the official lineups we hold for Al Shabab this season. Official lineups are released 20 to 60 minutes before kick-off.

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Al Shabab
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Est. 1947
SHG Arena
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Saudi Pro League
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Head Coach
Noureddine Zekri
Since Sept 2025
Transfers
In· 1
  • Saadi from DamacReturn from loanJun '26
Out· 10
  • Bushchan to PolessyaFree agentJul '26
  • Allah to Al Taawon-Jun '26
  • Camara to Al-NassrReturn from loanJun '26
  • AzaizehReturn from loanJun '26
  • Asmari to NEOMReturn from loanJun '26
  • GroheFree agentJun '26
  • Yaslam to Al-Ahli JeddahReturn from loanJun '26
  • Bulayhi to Al-Hilal Saudi FCReturn from loanJun '26
  • MatuqFree agentJun '26
  • Madani-Feb '26
Formation tendency
4-2-3-1most-used · 10 of last 30
4-2-3-1
33%
4-4-2
27%
4-1-4-1
13%
5-4-1
10%
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Stats & Facts

Al Shabab

Who started Al Shabab's last match?
Al Shabab's starting XI on 20 May 2026 in the Saudi Pro League (4-1-4-1): Marcelo Grohe, A. Makki, W. Hoedt, A. Al Bulayhi, S. Balobaid, J. Brownhill, A. Azaizeh, B. Al Sayyali, Y. Adli, H. Al Hammami, H. Camara.
What was Al Shabab's last result?
Al Shabab lost to Al Najma 0–1 on 20 May 2026.
When did Al Shabab last win?
Al Shabab last won on 17 May 2026, beating Al-Ittihad FC 3–2.
Who takes penalties for Al Shabab?
Y. Carrasco has taken the most penalties for Al Shabab in the 2025/26 season, scoring 8 of 8.
Who has made the most starts for Al Shabab this season?
Marcelo Grohe leads with 36 starts for Al Shabab across all competitions this season.
What formation does Al Shabab use most often?
Al Shabab have used a 4-2-3-1 in 12 of their 34 matches this season.
Which Al Shabab goalkeeper has started the most this season?
Marcelo Grohe has made the most starts as goalkeeper for Al Shabab this season, starting 36 matches.
Which Al Shabab defender has started the most this season?
W. Hoedt has made the most starts as defender for Al Shabab this season, starting 34 matches.
Which Al Shabab midfielder has started the most this season?
J. Brownhill has made the most starts as midfielder for Al Shabab this season, starting 32 matches.
Which Al Shabab forward has started the most this season?
Y. Carrasco has made the most starts as forward for Al Shabab this season, starting 31 matches.
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