Al-Riyadh vs Al Shabab Prediction 5 April 2026
📢 What to expect from the clash between Al-Riyadh and Al-Shabab in the 27th round of the Pro League? Both teams are seeking consistency, yet their results and form differ significantly. Al-Riyadh sit at the bottom of the standings, while Al-Shabab hold a more secure 12th position. The visitors have shown high scoring prowess in recent matches, which could be a decisive factor in this encounter.
Head-to-Head
The last official encounter between the teams took place on 23 February 2026 and ended with a scoreline of 3:1. Here's a comparative breakdown of that match (home team - Al Shabab):
- ball possession percentage: 46% vs 54%;
- corner kicks: 5 vs 9;
- fouls: 2 vs 1;
- yellow cards: 0 vs 0;
- shots on target: 7 vs 7.
📊Analytical review of previous official games between the teams Al Riyadh and Al Shabab:
- played 8 matches;
- number of wins for the home team - 0, for the away team - 7, draws - 1;
- number of goals (home/away) - 5 against 16;
- average total goals in the match - 2.63.
Head-to-head statistics Al-Riyadh - Al Shabab
Al Riyadh Team Overview
The team's most recent official match took place on as part of the Professional League tournament (home team - Al Riyadh, away team - Al-Ittihad Jeddah). The match concluded with a scoreline of 3:1.
Here's the game statistics (Al Riyadh vs Al-Ittihad Jeddah):
- ball possession: 29% vs 71%;
- corner kicks: 4 vs 10;
- fouls: 6 vs 6;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 0;
- shots on target: 8 vs 3.
Al-Riyadh are going through a challenging period. The team have only secured two wins in their last ten matches and are showing defensive frailties, conceding an average of 1.88 goals per game this season. While they managed to win two out of their last five games, three defeats highlight their inconsistency. Sitting second from the bottom, they need to focus intensely and improve their performance to maintain their league status.
Match Results: Al Riyadh
Al Shabab Team Overview
The away team played their last official match on as part of the Professional League tournament (home team - Al Shabab, away - Al Akhdood). The match concluded with a scoreline of 2:0.
Here are the match stats (Al Shabab vs Al Akhdood):
- ball possession: 54% vs 46%;
- corner kicks: 9 vs 4;
- fouls: 11 vs 10;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 2;
- shots on target: 7 vs 3.
Al-Shabab appear significantly more confident, having secured five victories in their last ten matches with an impressive average of 2.9 goals per game during this stretch. Despite challenging away conditions where wins are rare, their attacking prowess offers hope for success even on the road. Their current form indicates a consistent ability to score more than once per match.
Match Results: Al Shabab
Prediction for the 1st half
First Half Statistics: Al Riyadh (Home) vs Al Shabab (Away)
- Number of matches played in the tournament: 13 vs 13;
- Number of wins: 4 (30.77%) vs 0 (0%);
- Number of losses: 7 (53.85%) vs 6 (46.15%);
- Number of draws: 2 (15.38%) vs 7 (53.85%);
- Average total goals scored: 1.15 vs 1;
- Average total goals conceded: 0.69 vs 0.77.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- Number of wins: 3 vs 4;
- Number of losses: 5 vs 2;
- Number of draws: 2 vs 4;
- Average first half total: 1 (scored - 0.4, conceded - 0.6) vs 2.4 (scored - 1.6, conceded - 0.8).
- Al Shabab have drawn in the 1st half in last 6 away games.
- Al Shabab have drawn in the 1st half in last 5 away games (Professional League).
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 8;
- home team wins - 0, away team wins - 7, draws - 1.
Statistics: Al Riyadh vs Al Shabab
- matches played in the tournament: 26 vs 26;
- wins: 4 vs 7;
- win percentage: 15% vs 27%;
- losses: 15 vs 11;
- draws: 7 vs 8.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 2 vs 5;
- losses: 5 vs 3;
- draws: 3 vs 2.
- Al Riyadh won with a +1.5 handicap in last 5 home games (Professional League).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 0.63, the guests - 2;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 2.63;
- both teams scored: overall - 4; at the home team's field - 2.
Statistics: Al Riyadh vs Al Shabab
- average total in the tournament: 2.85 vs 2.77;
- average total goals scored: 0.96 vs 1.27;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.42 vs 0.54;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.54 vs 0.73;
- Al Riyadh: average total at home in the tournament - 1.08;
- Al Shabab: average total away in the tournament - 0.92;
- last 10 matches (average total): 0.9 (home - 1) vs 2.9 (away - 1.25).
- Al Riyadh have scored under 1.5 goals in last 5 games against Al Shabab.
- Al Riyadh have scored under 1.5 goals in 10 of last 11 home games (Professional League).
Prediction on corners
Al Riyadh: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 5.23; at home field - 5.38;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 4.4; at home field - 4.
Al Shabab: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 5.27, away - 4.54;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 6; away - 5.75.
- Al Shabab have taken under 5.5 corners in last 5 games against Al Riyadh.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 8;
- both teams scored all-time - 4 times;
- on the home team’s field - 2 times.
Statistics: Al Riyadh vs Al Shabab
- number of matches played in the tournament: 26 vs 26;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 17 vs 14;
- number of BTTS matches for Al Riyadh at home - 9 (69%);
- number of BTTS matches for Al Shabab away - 5 (38%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 5 vs 6;
- BTTS matches for Al Riyadh at home - 3 (60%);
- BTTS matches for Al Shabab away - 3 (75%).
Correct score prediction
Statistics of frequent results (current season):
- most common score in the tournament: 1:1 (30/234, 12.8%);
- Al Riyadh at home most often finish matches: 1:1 (4/13, 30.8%);
- Al Shabab away most often play: 1:1 , 2:0 (3/13, 23.1%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top 3 outcomes:
0:1 - 12.97% (odds 8.5)
1:1 - 11.61% (odds 7)
1:2 - 9.3% (odds 8)
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Al-Shabab enter the match as favorites, having enjoyed a strong run in recent games. The visitors display confidence in attack and consistently generate plenty of chances, scoring at least two goals in 6 of their last 7 matches. Given the team's current form, betting on Al-Shabab's individual total over 1.5 goals seems like a well-founded choice.No comments
Betting Tips: Al Riyadh - Al Shabab
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