Match Prediction
Match Prediction
Saudi-Arabia
Al-Fayha
€19.60m
Al Shabab
€54.67m
Preview
A 21-point gap separates these sides in the Saudi Pro League—so when Al-Fayha vs Al Shabab prediction models overwhelmingly favor the visitors, it’s no surprise. But football thrives on chaos, and Al-Fayha’s recent upset win over Al-Qadisiyah (against betting odds of 5.65) is a reminder that stats don’t always tell the full story. Still, the numbers paint a compelling picture: Al Shabab’s deeper squad, superior league position, and attacking firepower make them strong favorites. Here’s why.
Bookmakers price an Al Shabab away win at 2.11, with the draw at 3.6 and an Al-Fayha victory at 3.02. NerdyTips’ AI leans toward X2 (away win or draw), rating it a 5.6/10 confidence pick with odds of 1.33—slightly more cautious than outright betting odds. The hesitation? Al-Fayha’s occasional defensive stubbornness, though their 13th-place standing (36 points) and leaky back line suggest resilience might not be enough against a side with:
Al-Fayha’s shock 2-1 win over Al-Qadisiyah was a textbook underdog performance—organized, opportunistic, and fueled by desperation to escape the relegation scrap. But consistency is their Achilles’ heel. Meanwhile, Al Shabab’s gritty 2-2 draw with giants Al-Hilal (against odds of 6.0) showcased their ability to punch above their weight. The head-to-head dynamics here are intriguing: one side fights for survival, the other for top-six pride. Momentum matters, but quality usually wins out.
Expect Al Shabab to control tempo (53% possession projected) and pepper the box with shots. Their 5 expected corners to Al-Fayha’s 4 hint at sustained pressure, while a 1-3 predicted scoreline aligns with their superior shots on target (5 vs. 2). Al-Fayha’s best hope? A disciplined low block and quick counters—though their 2 projected yellow cards suggest frustration might creep in. Key trends to watch:
While Al-Fayha vs Al Shabab prediction models account for underdog magic, the gap in quality is stark. NerdyTips’ AI projects a 1-3 final score (HT: 0-2), mirroring Al Shabab’s clinical edge. For bettors, X2 feels safer, but an outright away win offers value. One thing’s certain: with Al Shabab’s top-six ambitions clashing against Al-Fayha’s survival grit, the stakes—and the stats—demand attention.
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Meaningless match!
X2 -303
Al Shabab to win or draw with odds of -3032 111
Al Shabab is expected to win with odds of 111Over 2.5 -164
At least 3 goals will be scored in the matchYes -189
Both teams are expected to scoreX2&O1.5 -204
Away win/draw and over 1.5 goals
1:3
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 Al-Fayha |
26-May-25
0:2
| Al Shabab  |
| Al Shabab |
27-Jan-25
2:1
| Al-Fayha |
| Al Shabab |
06-Jan-25
2:1
| Al-Fayha |
| Al Shabab |
07-Mar-24
2:3
| Al-Fayha |
| Al-Fayha |
15-Sep-23
0:1
| Al Shabab |
| Al Shabab |
09-Mar-23
3:2
| Al-Fayha |
| Al-Fayha |
02-Oct-22
1:2
| Al Shabab |
| Al-Fayha |
27-Feb-22
1:2
| Al Shabab |
| Al Shabab |
01-Oct-21
2:1
| Al-Fayha |
Saudi-Arabia - Pro League| Team | Matches | Goals | Points | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Al-Ittihad FC | 34 | 79-35 | 83 |
| 2 |
Al-Hilal Saudi | 34 | 95-41 | 75 |
| 3 |
Al-Nassr | 34 | 80-38 | 70 |
| 4 |
Al-Qadisiyah F | 34 | 53-31 | 68 |
| 5 |
Al-Ahli Jeddah | 34 | 69-36 | 67 |
| 6 |
Al Shabab | 34 | 65-41 | 60 |
| 7 |
Al-Ettifaq | 34 | 44-45 | 50 |
| 8 |
Al Taawon | 34 | 40-39 | 45 |
| 9 |
Al Kholood | 34 | 42-64 | 40 |
| 10 |
Al-Fateh | 34 | 47-61 | 39 |
| 11 |
Al Riyadh | 34 | 37-52 | 38 |
| 12 |
Al Khaleej Sai | 34 | 40-57 | 37 |
| 13 |
Al-Fayha | 34 | 27-49 | 36 |
| 14 |
Damac | 34 | 37-50 | 35 |
| 15 |
Al Akhdoud | 34 | 33-56 | 34 |
| 16 |
Al Wehda Club | 34 | 42-67 | 33 |
| 17 |
Al Orubah | 34 | 31-74 | 30 |
| 18 |
Al-Raed | 34 | 41-66 | 21 |
