Al Shamal vs Al Gharafa Prediction 20 September 2025
🔊 The upcoming Qatar Stars League round features an intriguing clash between Al-Shamal and Al-Gharafa. Both teams are known for their high-scoring capabilities, consistently netting over 1.5 goals per game, albeit through different approaches. The hosts favor an attacking style, pressing opponents in their half, while the visitors rely on swift and organized counterattacks. Al-Shamal enter the match in excellent form, having secured 7 wins in their last 10 matches, showcasing confidence in their play. Meanwhile, Al-Gharafa have traditionally been strong on the road, rarely faltering even against more prestigious opponents. This balance of power promises a thrilling encounter, where much will depend on who can impose their style on the game.
Head-to-Head
The last official encounter between the teams took place on 08 February 2025 and ended with a scoreline of 1:2. Here's a comparative breakdown of that match (home team - Al Shamal):
- ball possession percentage: 43% vs 57%;
- corner kicks: 3 vs 5;
- fouls: 13 vs 14;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 2;
- shots on target: 5 vs 6.
📊Statistical preview of official matches between the teams Al Shamal and Al Gharafa:
- played 11 matches;
- number of wins for the home team - 3, for the away team - 4, draws - 4;
- number of goals - 13 against 15;
- average total in the 1st half - 1.36, in the 2nd half - 1.18;
- average total goals in the match - 2.55.
Head-to-head statistics Al Shamal - Al Gharafa
Al Shamal Team Overview
The team's most recent official match took place on in the Qatar Stars League, featuring Al Shamal as the home side against Al Arabi. The match concluded with a 3-2 victory.
Here are the match statistics (Al Shamal vs Al Arabi):
- corners: 7 vs 4;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 3;
- shots on target: 7 vs 3.
Al-Shamal are having an impressive season, deservedly sitting at the top of the table, largely thanks to a four-match winning streak. The team relies on an aggressive and entertaining style of play, averaging 2.75 goals per game while maintaining a relatively solid defense, conceding just 1.25 goals on average. In their last five matches, Al-Shamal have secured four victories, including a successful outcome in the most recent round, highlighting the players' excellent form and confidence. Adding further motivation is their previous encounter with Al-Gharafa, which ended in defeat. The desire for revenge could be a significant factor, adding even more intrigue to the upcoming match.
Match Results: Al Shamal
Al Gharafa Team Overview
The visitors' last official match took place on in the AFC Champions League, with Al Sharjah hosting Al Gharafa. The thrilling encounter ended 4-3.
Here's how the game statistics stack up (Al Gharafa vs Al Sharjah):
- possession: 47% vs 53%;
- corners: 2 vs 2;
- fouls: 12 vs 15;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 2;
- shots on target: 3 vs 7.
Al-Gharafa have rightfully earned a reputation as one of the most challenging opponents in the league, thanks to their impressive ability to perform on the road. The "Cheetahs" have avoided defeat in seven of their last eight away matches in the Qatar Stars League, showcasing their consistency and knack for securing results away from home. The team averages two goals per match while maintaining a solid defense, conceding just 1.25 goals per game. This balance between attack and defense highlights their tactical maturity and high level of team cohesion. Their current form is also commendable, with three wins in their last five matches, including a recent victory against the league leaders, positioning them as serious contenders for points in the upcoming fixture.
Match Results: Al Gharafa
Prediction for the 1st half
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 11;
- First-half wins at home for hosts - 1; for visitors away - 1; number of draws - 3;
- Average first-half total: 1.36;
- Today's home team scores on average 0.64, while the visitors net 0.73.
First-Half Stats: Al Shamal (home) vs Al Gharafa (away)
- matches played in the tournament: 1 vs 1;
- wins: 0 (0%) vs 0 (0%);
- losses: 1 (100%) vs 1 (100%);
- draws: 0 (0%) vs 0 (0%);
- Average goals scored: 3 vs 1;
- Average goals conceded: 2 vs 1.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- wins: 2 vs 5;
- losses: 2 vs 2;
- draws: 6 vs 3;
- Average first-half total: 1.8 (scored - 1, conceded - 0.8) vs 1.7 (scored - 1.1, conceded - 0.6).
- Al Shamal scored in the 1st half in 7 of last 8 games (Stars League).
- Al Gharafa conceded in the 1st half in 7 of last 8 games (Stars League).
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 11;
- home team wins - 3, away team wins - 4, draws - 4.
Statistics: Al Shamal vs Al Gharafa
- matches played in the tournament: 4 vs 4;
- wins: 4 vs 3;
- win percentage: 100% vs 75%;
- losses: 0 vs 1;
- draws: 0 vs 0.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 7 vs 7;
- losses: 3 vs 2;
- draws: 0 vs 1.
- Al Gharafa won with a +1.5 handicap in last 5 away games against Al Shamal.
- Al Gharafa won with a +1.5 handicap in 13 of last 14 games.
- Al Gharafa won with a +1.5 handicap in 7 of last 8 away games (Stars League).
- Al Gharafa won with a +1.5 handicap in 6 of last 7 games (Stars League).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.18, the guests - 1.36;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 2.55;
- both teams scored: overall - 8; at the home team's field - 3.
Statistics: Al Shamal vs Al Gharafa
- average total in the tournament: 4 vs 3.25;
- average total goals scored: 2.75 vs 2;
- average total in the 1st half: 1 vs 0.25;
- average total in the 2nd half: 1.75 vs 1.75;
- Al Shamal: average total at home in the tournament - 4;
- Al Gharafa: average total away in the tournament - 0;
- last 10 matches (average total): 2.4 (home - 2.43) vs 2.4 (away - 1.67).
- Under 3.5 goals scored in last 6 Al Shamal games against Al Gharafa.
Prediction on corners
Al Shamal: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4.25; at home field - 5;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 4.6; at home field - 4.43.
Al Gharafa: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 5.75, away - 6;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 4.9; away - 3.33.
Prediction on cards
H2H
- average Over/Under yellow cards in H2H matches - 1.28 (0.64 for home team and 0.64 for away team);
- average Over/Under yellow cards at the home team's field - 2.4 (1 for home team and 1.4 for away team).
Al Shamal: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 2.5; at home - 2;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2; at home - 1.57.
Al Gharafa: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 2.75, away - 4;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2.8; away - 3.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 11;
- both teams scored all-time - 8 times;
- on the home team’s field - 3 times.
Statistics: Al Shamal vs Al Gharafa
- number of matches played in the tournament: 4 vs 4;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 3 vs 2;
- number of BTTS matches for Al Shamal at home - 1 (100%);
- number of BTTS matches for Al Gharafa away - 0 (0%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 7 vs 8;
- BTTS matches for Al Shamal at home - 5 (71%);
- BTTS matches for Al Gharafa away - 2 (67%).
- Al Shamal have scored and conceded in 6 of last 7 games against Al Gharafa (Stars League).
- Al Shamal have scored and conceded in 6 of last 7 games.
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Considering the current form of both teams, this match promises to be a tense encounter where both sides will aim for a result without taking unnecessary risks. Al-Shamal are aggressive in attack, but against Al-Gharafa's organized defense, they are unlikely to maintain their usual scoring prowess. Meanwhile, the visitors rarely allow opponents to create many chances and tend to play pragmatically on the road. A goal fest seems unlikely: the head-to-head statistics and playing style of both teams suggest that the match will likely feature a moderate number of goals. A reasonable prediction and bet would be on under 3.5 goals.No comments
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