Osasuna 0:2 Al-Ain — Result, Match Report & Stats

Gary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORT

Soufiane Rahimi’s strike on the stroke of half-time was enough as Al-Ain beat Osasuna 2-0 in a Club Friendly, with Matías Palacios the standout performer in a victory that offered little beyond pre-season bragging rights. The scoreline flattered the visitors slightly, given Osasuna’s territorial control, but Al-Ain’s defensive organisation and clinical edge told the tale.

The game turned on Rahimi’s 45th-minute finish, which came after a scrappy opening half that saw yellows for both sides—Al-Ain’s in the 22nd minute and Osasuna’s in the 29th. The second goal never materialised in open play, yet Al-Ain’s discipline after the break ensured Osasuna’s pressure remained fruitless, with no VAR or red-card drama to disrupt the visitors’ game plan.

On the numbers, Osasuna held 53% possession and took five corners to Al-Ain’s one, yet they failed to convert that dominance into goals, outplayed but beaten on efficiency. Palacios, a midfielder, earned a 7.13 rating—the highest of the match—without scoring, his quiet control anchoring Al-Ain’s midfield. CheckLive’s model clearly favoured Al-Ain, and the result confirmed it, though the live signals offered little to suggest the flow would bend so decisively.

Questions & Answers

What was the final score of Osasuna vs Al-Ain?

Osasuna 0-2 Al-Ain (Club Friendly Games).

Who scored?

Soufiane Rahimi (45') for Al-Ain.

Were there any cards in Osasuna vs Al-Ain?

Yellow cards: null (Al-Ain); null (Osasuna).