What is the best bet for Al Khaleej vs Al Shabab?

Based on AI analysis, the best bet is '1X' at odds of 1.47.

What are the latest odds for Al Khaleej vs Al Shabab?

The latest odds are: Home Win - 2.47, Draw - 3.65, Away Win - 2.75.

What is the predicted total goals (Under/Over) for Al Khaleej vs Al Shabab?

Our AI predicts the best bet for total goals in this match is 'over 2.5' goals. The available odds for this selection are 1.65.

What is the best 1X2 betting tip for Al Khaleej vs Al Shabab?

Our AI-powered prediction suggests that the best 1X2 bet for this match is '1'. The available odds for this selection are 2.47.

What is the predicted final score for Al Khaleej vs Al Shabab?

Our AI predicts a final score of 2:1.

What is the predicted halftime score for Al Khaleej vs Al Shabab?

Our AI predicts the halftime score will be 1:0.

What is the expected ball possession for Al Khaleej vs Al Shabab?

Our AI predicts Al Khaleej will have 58% possession, while Al Shabab will have 42% possession.

How many shots are expected in Al Khaleej vs Al Shabab?

The total number of shots is expected to be 24, with Al Khaleej taking 13 shots and Al Shabab taking 11 shots.

How many corners are predicted in Al Khaleej vs Al Shabab?

The match is expected to have a total of 9 corners, with Al Khaleej earning 4 corners and Al Shabab earning 5 corners.

What is the predicted number of yellow cards for Al Khaleej vs Al Shabab?

According to our AI prediction, this match is expected to have a total of 4 yellow cards. Al Khaleej is projected to receive 2 yellow cards, while Al Shabab is expected to receive 2 yellow cards.

What is the squad value of Al Shabab before the match against Al Khaleej?

The current estimated market value of Al Shabab is €42.08m. This represents their squad’s financial standing before playing against Al Khaleej.

How many goals are expected in the first half of Al Khaleej vs Al Shabab?

Our AI predicts that the first half of Al Khaleej vs Al Shabab will have a total of 1 goals, based on the predicted halftime score of 1:0.

How many total goals are expected in Al Khaleej vs Al Shabab?

According to our AI prediction, the match between Al Khaleej and Al Shabab is expected to have a total of 3 goals, based on the predicted full-time score of 2:1.

Al Khaleej vs Al Shabab Prediction

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Al Khaleej vs Al Shabab Prediction Pro League

Al Khaleej vs Al Shabab Prediction: Stats, Form & Best Bets

Welcome to our Al Khaleej vs Al Shabab prediction for the Pro League fixture set for January 24, 2026, at 13:25 GMT. With both teams eager to make a statement in Matchday 18, we break down the latest form, tactical setups, and betting odds to help you make smarter choices. Whether you’re a seasoned bettor or just starting out, this preview delivers clear insights and actionable tips.

Team Form, Tactics, and Key Players

Al Khaleej, currently sitting 8th in the table with 24 points from 15 matches, have shown real attacking intent this season. Boasting 36 goals scored and just 23 conceded, they have been one of the league’s more entertaining sides. Their recent results include a strong 4-1 win over Al Okhdood and a 2-2 draw with Al Najma, though they did stumble in a 4-1 defeat to Al Ahli.

On the other hand, Al Shabab have struggled to find consistency. They’re 14th with only 12 points, having managed just 2 wins, 5 draws, and 8 losses. Their away form is a particular concern—no wins in 8 road games, with 3 draws and 5 defeats. Their last outing was a 2-2 draw against Al-Nassr, a result that offered a glimmer of hope but also highlighted their defensive frailties.

Tactical Approaches

Al Khaleej are coached by Georgios Donis, who favors a proactive, possession-based style. Expect them to control the ball (predicted 58% possession) and press high, especially at home, looking to force mistakes and create chances.
Al Shabab, under Imanol Alguacil since July 2025, are still searching for a reliable identity. Alguacil’s tactical plans have been criticized for lacking adaptability, especially away from home, and squad depth is an ongoing issue.

Players to Watch and Team News

Al Khaleej will look to top scorer Giorgos Masouras and creative midfielder Konstantinos Fortounis, who leads the league in big chances created. Importantly, they have no injury concerns for this match.
Al Shabab rely heavily on Yannick Carrasco for goals and assists, but his recurring fitness issues have hurt their rhythm. They’re also missing Mohammed Harbush (injury) and three players away on international duty, further thinning their options.

Head to Head and Recent History

Looking at the head to head record, Al Shabab have historically had the upper hand, but recent meetings have been unpredictable. The last three matches have all produced a winner, with no draws. Most notably, Al Khaleej stunned Al Shabab 4-1 away in August 2025, while Al Shabab won 5-1 in February 2025. This fixture rarely disappoints when it comes to total goals.

Fun fact: Al Shabab have not kept a clean sheet in their last nine matches and have conceded the most penalties in the league this season (six). Al Khaleej’s last home win over Al Shabab dates back to 2015, so history is also on the line.

Our AI Predictions and Betting Tips

Let’s get into the numbers and our Al Khaleej vs Al Shabab prediction based on advanced stats and betting odds:

Best Bet: 1X (Home Win or Draw) – Odds: 1.47, Trust Rating: 8.5/10. Given Al Khaleej’s home form and Al Shabab’s away struggles, this is the safest pick.
Most Likely Result: Home Win – Odds: 2.47, Confidence: 7.7/10. Our analysis points to Al Khaleej taking all three points, especially with their attacking edge and superior squad depth.
Total Goals: Over 2.47 – Odds: 1.7, Confidence: 5.5/10. Both teams have been involved in high-scoring games, and recent head to head meetings suggest another open contest.
Predicted Final Score: 2-1 to Al Khaleej. Expect the home side to take a 1-0 lead at halftime and hold off a late push from Al Shabab.

Match Stats and What They Mean for Bettors

Possession: Al Khaleej 58%, Al Shabab 42% – Expect the home team to dictate play.
Shots: 13 for Al Khaleej, 11 for Al Shabab – Both sides will create chances, but Al Khaleej are more likely to convert.
On-Target Shots: 5 (home), 4 (away) – Goalkeepers will be busy, but expect more quality from the hosts.
Corners: 4 for Al Khaleej, 5 for Al Shabab – Set pieces could play a role, but not a decisive one.
Yellow Cards: 2 each – A competitive but not overly aggressive match is expected.

Final Thoughts and Betting Odds Recap

To sum up our Al Khaleej vs Al Shabab prediction: the home side are strong favorites based on form, squad health, and tactical stability. Al Shabab’s away woes and missing players make them unlikely to spring a surprise. With odds of 2.47 for a home win and 1.47 for 1X, the value is clear. Over 2.47 total goals is also a solid pick, given both teams’ attacking tendencies and recent head to head history. Keep it simple, trust the stats, and enjoy the action!

Al Khaleej vs Al Shabab Prediction: Stats, Form & Best Bets

Team Form, Tactics, and Key Players

Tactical Approaches

Al Khaleej are coached by Georgios Donis, who favors a proactive, possession-based style. Expect them to control the ball (predicted 58% possession) and press high, especially at home, looking to force mistakes and create chances.
Al Shabab, under Imanol Alguacil since July 2025, are still searching for a reliable identity. Alguacil’s tactical plans have been criticized for lacking adaptability, especially away from home, and squad depth is an ongoing issue.

Players to Watch and Team News

Al Khaleej will look to top scorer Giorgos Masouras and creative midfielder Konstantinos Fortounis, who leads the league in big chances created. Importantly, they have no injury concerns for this match.
Al Shabab rely heavily on Yannick Carrasco for goals and assists, but his recurring fitness issues have hurt their rhythm. They’re also missing Mohammed Harbush (injury) and three players away on international duty, further thinning their options.

Head to Head and Recent History

Our AI Predictions and Betting Tips

Let’s get into the numbers and our Al Khaleej vs Al Shabab prediction based on advanced stats and betting odds:

Best Bet: 1X (Home Win or Draw) – Odds: 1.47, Trust Rating: 8.5/10. Given Al Khaleej’s home form and Al Shabab’s away struggles, this is the safest pick.
Most Likely Result: Home Win – Odds: 2.47, Confidence: 7.7/10. Our analysis points to Al Khaleej taking all three points, especially with their attacking edge and superior squad depth.
Total Goals: Over 2.47 – Odds: 1.7, Confidence: 5.5/10. Both teams have been involved in high-scoring games, and recent head to head meetings suggest another open contest.
Predicted Final Score: 2-1 to Al Khaleej. Expect the home side to take a 1-0 lead at halftime and hold off a late push from Al Shabab.

Match Stats and What They Mean for Bettors

Possession: Al Khaleej 58%, Al Shabab 42% – Expect the home team to dictate play.
Shots: 13 for Al Khaleej, 11 for Al Shabab – Both sides will create chances, but Al Khaleej are more likely to convert.
On-Target Shots: 5 (home), 4 (away) – Goalkeepers will be busy, but expect more quality from the hosts.
Corners: 4 for Al Khaleej, 5 for Al Shabab – Set pieces could play a role, but not a decisive one.
Yellow Cards: 2 each – A competitive but not overly aggressive match is expected.

Final Thoughts and Betting Odds Recap

AI Predictions

Warning

Al Khaleej didn't play better in the last H2H match!

Best Tip

The best betting football prediction for Al Khaleej vs Al Shabab

1X -213

Al Khaleej to win or draw with odds of -213

8/10

1x2 Tip

1 147

Al Khaleej is expected to win with odds of 147

7/10

Total Goals

Over 2.5 -154

At least 3 goals will be scored in the match

5/10

Both Teams To Score

Yes -189

Both teams are expected to score

1/10

Bet Builder Tip

1X&O1.5 -135

Home win/draw and over 1.5 goals

5/10

Both Teams To Score

Half-Time Score

1:0

Correct Score

2:1

Stats Predictions

1.59

1.08

58%

Ball Possession

42%

Total Shots

Shots on Goal

Shots Off Goal

Corners

Yellow Cards

Average / Match

1.56

Expected Goals

4.4

Total Goals

3.2

2.3

Goals Scored

1.1

2.1

Goals Against

2.1

53%

Possession

42%

12.9

Total Shots

11.3

5.4

Shots on Goal

3.8

5.5

Shots off Goal

4.7

10.9

Fouls

10.6

3.8

Corners

4.4

1.9

Offsides

2.2

2.5

Yellow Cards

2.67

431

Total Passes

328

Overview Last 10 Matches

Wins

Over 1.5 Goals

Over 2.5 Goals

Over 3.5 Goals

Both Teams Scored

Unexpected Wins

Unexpected Loses

Head to Head

2 - 2 - 6

Al Shabab	^29-Aug-25 1:4	Al Khaleej
Al Shabab	^06-Feb-25 5:1	Al Khaleej
Al Khaleej	^29-Aug-24 0:1	Al Shabab
Al Khaleej	^02-Mar-24 0:0	Al Shabab
Al Shabab	^02-Sep-23 1:3	Al Khaleej
Al Khaleej	^11-Apr-23 2:3	Al Shabab
Al Shabab	^15-Oct-22 4:0	Al Khaleej
Al Shabab	^25-Jan-18 3:1	Al Khaleej
Al Shabab	^10-Feb-17 1:1	Al Khaleej
Al Khaleej	^14-Oct-16 1:2	Al Shabab

Recent Matches of Al Khaleej

28 Jan		Al Fayha.	-	Al Khaleej.
24 Jan	D	Al Khaleej.	0:0	Al Shabab.
20 Jan	L	Al Ahli SC.	4:1	Al Khaleej.
16 Jan	W	Al Khaleej.	4:1	Al Okhdood.
12 Jan	W	Al Ettifaq.	1:2	Al Khaleej.
09 Jan	W	Al Khaleej.	4:0	Damac.
02 Jan	D	Al Najma.	2:2	Al Khaleej.
29 Dec	L	Al Khaleej.	0:1	Al Fateh.
26 Dec	L	Al Hilal.	3:2	Al Khaleej.
28 Nov	L	Al Kholood.	4:3	Al Khaleej.

Recent Matches of Al Shabab

24 Jan	D	Al Khaleej.	0:0	Al Shabab.
20 Jan	D	Al Shabab.	0:0	Al Najma.
17 Jan	L	Al Nassr.	3:2	Al Shabab.
14 Jan	W	Al Shabab.	3:2	Neom SC.
09 Jan	L	Al Taawon.	2:0	Al Shabab.
03 Jan	L	Al Fateh.	2:0	Al Shabab.
31 Dec	L	Al Shabab.	2:3	Al Qadisiya.
27 Dec	L	Al Ittihad.	2:0	Al Shabab.
23 Dec	D	Al Shabab.	2:2	Al Khor.
29 Nov	L	Al Ittihad.	4:1	Al Shabab.

Saudi-Arabia - Pro League

	Team	Matches	Goals	Points
1	Al-Hilal Saudi	17	45-16	45
2	Al-Ahli Jeddah	17	29-12	40
3	Al-Qadisiyah	17	41-16	39
4	Al-Nassr	16	44-18	37
5	Al Taawon	16	35-19	35
6	Al-Ettifaq	17	27-26	29
7	Al-Ittihad FC	16	29-20	27
8	Al Khaleej	17	37-27	25
9	NEOM	17	21-28	21
10	Al-Fateh	17	22-31	21
11	Al-Hazm	16	17-29	17
12	Al-Fayha	17	16-31	17
13	Al Kholood	17	25-32	15
14	Al Shabab	17	14-25	13
15	Damac	16	13-28	11
16	Al Riyadh	17	17-37	11
17	Al Okhdood	16	13-31	9
18	Al Najma	17	17-36	4

Al Khaleej vs Al Shabab Prediction

Al Khaleej vs Al Shabab Prediction: Stats, Form & Best Bets

Team Form, Tactics, and Key Players

Tactical Approaches

Players to Watch and Team News

Head to Head and Recent History

Our AI Predictions and Betting Tips

Match Stats and What They Mean for Bettors

Final Thoughts and Betting Odds Recap

Al Khaleej vs Al Shabab Prediction: Stats, Form & Best Bets

Team Form, Tactics, and Key Players

Tactical Approaches

Players to Watch and Team News

Head to Head and Recent History

Our AI Predictions and Betting Tips

Match Stats and What They Mean for Bettors

Final Thoughts and Betting Odds Recap

Warning

Best Tip

1x2 Tip

Total Goals

Both Teams To Score

Bet Builder Tip

Half-Time Score

Correct Score

Stats Predictions

Average / Match

Overview Last 10 Matches

Head to Head

Latest Matches

Recent Matches of Al Khaleej

Recent Matches of Al Shabab

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