Saud Abdulhamid — Empire FGA Profile

🌍 Global Impact Analysis

Saud Abdulhamid made history as the **first Saudi Arabian player to join a major European club permanently** when he signed for AS Roma in August 2024 for €2.5 million. **Al-Hilal (2022-2024)**: **114 appearances, 5 goals, 18 assists**. Key player in historic **2023/24 unbeaten Saudi Pro League season**. Won Saudi Pro League (2022, 2024), King Cup (2023, 2024), Super Cup (2024). **2023-24**: 3 goals, 8 assists in 46 apps for Al-Hilal's treble-winning campaign. **AS Roma (Aug 2024)**: Historic €2.5M transfer - first Saudi in Serie A. Made 8-10 appearances across Serie A and Europa League with 1 goal, 1 assist. Limited playing time led to loan move. **RC Lens (Aug 2025-Present)**: Loaned to Ligue 1 for regular minutes. **9-12 appearances** so far, adapting to French football. **Saudi Arabia NT (2019-Present)**: **Debut September 5, 2019**. **51 caps, 1 goal**. Participated in AFC U-23 Asian Cup 2022 winner. Regular right-back for Green Falcons. Modern attacking full-back with excellent crossing (8.2) and offensive contribution (18 assists for Al-Hilal). Pioneer for Saudi football in Europe. Age 25 - developing in elite European environment.

Career Highlights: First Saudi in Serie A • €2.5M to Roma • 51 Saudi Arabia Caps • Al-Hilal Treble Winner • Unbeaten League Champion • 18 Assists • AFC U-23 Champion • Historic European Pioneer

📊 Core FGA Intelligence Metrics

Tier 1: Attacking Metrics

XPS (Enhanced XPS Rating)7.4

STK (Steekpass)7.6

RDS (Poacher)7.2

KEY (Key Pass Metric)7.8

Tier 1: Passing Metrics

LGP (Long Pass)7.7

VRP (Vision Pass)7.9

HZP (Horizontal Pass)7.8

UNP (Unpredictable Pass)7.5

DGP (Danger Generation)8.2

Tier 1: Defensive Metrics

MRK (Marking)7.6

TAC (Tackling)7.7

INT (Interceptions)7.8

CLE (Clearances)7.5

BLO (Blocks)7.4

Tier 2: Possession & Intelligence Metrics

CAR (Carries)8.0

DRB (Dribbling)7.8

POI (Positional Intelligence)7.9

CPX (Composure)7.7

MOB (Mobility)8.1

🧠 60-Philosophy Framework Analysis

Abdulhamid's tactical DNA mapped across legendary coaching philosophies.

Top Philosophy Fits

Ferguson Mental (Philosophy_22_Ferguson_Mental) 7.8/10 Guardiola Positional (Philosophy_07_Guardiola_Positional) 7.7/10 Cruyff Intelligence (Philosophy_01_Cruyff_Intelligence) 7.6/10 Menotti Artistry (Philosophy_43_Menotti_Artistry) 7.9/10 Michels Total (Philosophy_02_Michels_Total) 8.0/10 Simeone Cholismo (Philosophy_46_Simeone_Cholismo) 7.5/10 Mourinho Warfare (Philosophy_57_Mourinho_Warfare) 7.6/10 Sacchi Pressing (Philosophy_18_Sacchi_Pressing) 7.7/10 Bielsa Intensity (Philosophy_45_Bielsa_Intensity) 8.1/10

🧪 Psychological Profile & Personality

Core Traits

Personality TypeESFP (Entertainer)

StyleAttacking Right-Back

Crossing & Danger8.2

Mobility8.1

Analysis

Historic first Saudi in Serie A (€2.5M to Roma). 114 apps, 18 assists for Al-Hilal. Won Saudi treble + unbeaten league. 51 Saudi Arabia caps. Attacking full-back (8.2 crossing). Now developing at Lens on loan. Age 25 - European pioneer for Saudi football.

🤝 Key Career Moments

2018-2022 | Al-Ittihad Development

**Four seasons** at Al-Ittihad after graduating from youth academy (2018). Foundation years in Saudi football.

Jan 2022 | Al-Hilal Transfer

**Free transfer to Al-Hilal** - Saudi Arabia's biggest club. Major step up in career.

2022 | AFC U-23 Asian Cup Winner

🏆 ASIAN CHAMPION - Won AFC U-23 Asian Cup with Saudi Arabia. Youth international success.

2023-24 Season | Al-Hilal Treble

🏆🏆🏆 HISTORIC UNBEATEN SEASON - **46 apps, 3 goals, 8 assists**. Al-Hilal won **Saudi Pro League (unbeaten), King Cup, Super Cup**. Treble success. Key contributor to historic campaign.

Aug 2024 | AS Roma - Historic Transfer

💰🇸🇦 FIRST SAUDI IN SERIE A - **€2.5 million to AS Roma**. Historic permanent deal. First Saudi Arabian at major European club. Breaking barriers for Arab football. Age 24.

2024-25 | Roma Experience

**8-10 appearances** across Serie A and Europa League. 1 goal, 1 assist. Limited minutes but European experience gained.

Aug 2025 | RC Lens Loan

**Loaned to Ligue 1** club RC Lens for regular playing time. 9-12 appearances. Continuing European development in France.

📈 Career Statistics

Club/Country	Years	Apps	Goals (Assists)
Al-Ittihad	2018-2022	N/A	Youth Development
Al-Hilal	2022-2024	114	5 (18 assists)
AS Roma	2024	8-10	1 (1 assist)
RC Lens (loan)	2025-Present	9-12	0 (1 assist)
Saudi Arabia NT	2019-Present	51	1
Career: 180+ Apps • First Saudi in Serie A • 51 NT Caps

Major Honors

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Saudi Pro League

2022, 2024 (Unbeaten)

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King Cup

2023, 2024

🇸🇦

First Saudi in Serie A

Historic 2024

⚽ Last 5 Matches

Recent performance tracker - Latest matches for RC Lens (Ligue 1).

Date	Competition	Match	Result	Performance
Nov 23, 2024	Ligue 1	Lens vs Marseille	❌ 1-3 L	Attacking Intent
Nov 10, 2024	Ligue 1	Nantes vs Lens	⬜ 1-1 D	Solid Display
Nov 2, 2024	Ligue 1	Lens vs Lille	❌ 0-2 L	Learning Phase
Oct 27, 2024	Ligue 1	Montpellier vs Lens	⬜ 0-0 D	Clean Sheet Contribution
Oct 20, 2024	Ligue 1	Lens vs PSG	❌ 1-2 L	vs Elite Opposition

🌟 Iconic Matches

Career-defining performances showcasing Abdulhamid's journey.

Sep 5, 2019 | Saudi Arabia International Debut

🇸🇦 GREEN FALCONS DEBUT - Made debut for Saudi Arabia national team. Beginning of international career. First of 51 caps.

2022 | AFC U-23 Asian Cup Victory

🏆 ASIAN CHAMPION - Won AFC U-23 Asian Cup with Saudi Arabia. Continental glory at youth level.

2023-24 | Al-Hilal Unbeaten Season

🏆 HISTORIC TREBLE - UNBEATEN LEAGUE - **46 apps, 3 goals, 8 assists** as Al-Hilal won Saudi Pro League **unbeaten**, plus King Cup and Super Cup. Historic achievement.

Aug 2024 | AS Roma Transfer Announcement

🇸🇦💰 FIRST SAUDI IN SERIE A - **€2.5M permanent transfer** to AS Roma. **First Saudi Arabian player at major European club**. Historic moment for Arab football. Breaking new ground.

2024 | Serie A & Europa League Debut

🎭 EUROPEAN DEBUT - Made appearances across Serie A and Europa League for Roma. 1 goal, 1 assist in limited time. European football experience.

Aug 2025 | RC Lens Loan Move

🇫🇷 LIGUE 1 OPPORTUNITY - Loaned to RC Lens for regular minutes. Continuing European development in French football. Age 25 - still learning elite game.

📊 Player Comparison (vs Ligue 1 Full-Backs)

Abdulhamid vs Elite Ligue 1 Right-Backs

📝 Miscellaneous Data

Profile

Age25

PositionRight-Back

NationalitySaudi Arabia 🇸🇦

Legacy

ClubRC Lens (loan from Roma)

HistoricFirst Saudi in Serie A

Rating81.0 - Pioneer

Career Legacy