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Overview
Weighted average of attribute scores for this role, position-adjusted. Standout attributes count more than weaknesses.
Attributes (grouped)
Mobility
Moderate burst; relies on positioning rather than quick recovery. (conf 0.42)
Average pace for a holding midfielder in the Saudi Pro League. (conf 0.42)
Adequate balance and turning in tight central areas. (conf 0.42)
Sustains the ground-covering demands of a holding midfield role. (conf 0.47)
Control
Controls well enough to play out of pressure in the centre. (conf 0.42)
Seldom takes defenders on; carries are short and safe. (conf 0.42)
Uses his body sensibly to protect the ball in midfield contests. (conf 0.42)
Technique is functional; long-range shooting is not a strength. (conf 0.42)
Distribution
Keeps possession ticking with short, safe passes in the pivot. (conf 0.47)
Can switch play occasionally but is not a primary long passer. (conf 0.37)
Rarely delivers from wide positions. (conf 0.37)
Reads simple options well; seldom attempts line-breaking passes. (conf 0.37)
Chance threat
Limited goal threat for a defensive midfielder. (conf 0.37)
Shoots rarely and avoids low-value attempts. (conf 0.42)
Offers a passing angle to the back line but rarely runs forward. (conf 0.42)
No known dead-ball or long-range threat. (conf 0.37)
Duels
Contests midfield headers adequately without dominating them. (conf 0.37)
Competes in midfield ground battles and tackles with sound timing. (conf 0.47)
Defense
Screens and presses in front of the back line when asked. (conf 0.42)
Breaks up play with tackles and interceptions in the middle. (conf 0.47)
Understands screening duties in front of the defence. (conf 0.47)
Mental
Stays calm in possession under midfield pressure. (conf 0.42)
Chooses safe, simple actions and rarely takes risks. (conf 0.42)
Reliable running in and out of possession as a holding midfielder. (conf 0.47)
Resilience
No major injury record is documented; he has been a steady performer. (conf 0.25)
Outlook
Now in his early thirties, so he is unlikely to improve on his current level. (conf 0.42)
Experienced Saudi top-flight midfielder with several clubs and limited national exposure. (conf 0.47)
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Scouting Report & Player Insights
Majed Kanabah is a Saudi central and defensive midfielder who operates as a holding player, prioritising ball-winning and simple distribution. He captained Al-Ittihad's under-23 side before a short spell at Al-Ahli, then built his top-flight career at Al-Batin, Al-Fateh and Al-Shabab. He joined Al-Khaleej in 2025 and provides experience in the middle of the park. He took part in the 2014 Asian Games with Saudi Arabia's youth side.
Captained Al-Ittihad's under-23 team and played for Saudi Arabia's youth side at the 2014 Asian Games.