Al Hilal vs Al Shabab Prediction 21 April 2025
πCan Al-Hilal affirm their status as favorites in their clash against Al-Shabab in the 29th round of the Pro League? Al-Hilal, currently sitting second in the standings, boast an impressive home form backed by a potent attack. Meanwhile, Al-Shabab have been consistent on the road and are eager to solidify their position in the top half of the table. The odds favor the home side, yet the visitors have surprised with their performances more than once. A tactical battle is anticipated, with both teams focusing on their offensive play.
Head-to-Head
πAnalytical review of the previous official games between Al-Hilal and Al-Shabab:
- 31 matches played;
- home victories - 19, away victories - 5, draws - 7;
- goals scored (home/away) - 59 to 29;
- average total goals per match - 2.84.
The last encounter took place at Al-Shabab's ground. The match was held on 30 November 2024 and concluded with a scoreline of 1-2.
Head-to-head statistics Al Hilal - Al Shabab
Al Hilal Riyadh Team Overview
Al-Hilal are currently second in the league, renowned for their aggressive style of play at home. With 19 victories under their belt, they remain in the hunt for the championship title. The team's average scoring rate stands at 2.75 goals per match, underscoring their attacking prowess. However, their defense occasionally falters, as evidenced by the last ten games where they conceded an average of 1.3 goals per match. Their most recent head-to-head ended in a 2-1 victory, giving fans hope that Al-Hilal can secure three points in the upcoming match.
On the personnel front, it's worth noting that Abdullah Al-Hamdan will be unavailable due to a hamstring injury, sidelining him until early May.
Match Results: Al Hilal Riyadh
Al Shabab Team Overview
Al-Shabab sit in sixth place and are eager to solidify their Champions League ambitions. Their form is consistent, with five wins in their last ten matches highlighting their ability to deliver results even on the road. The visitors average around 1.86 goals per game while maintaining a solid defense, conceding just 1.11. Historically, the "Whites" rarely suffer heavy defeats away from home, making them formidable opponents for any club.
Recent team updates reveal that two players will be sidelined due to injuries: Fahad Al-Muwallad (chest injury, out until the end of April) and Seung-Gyu Kim (cruciate ligament injury, out for the season).
Match Results: Al Shabab
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 31;
- home team wins - 19, away team wins - 5, draws - 7.
Statistics: Al Hilal Riyadh vs Al Shabab
- number of matches played in the tournament: 28 vs 28;
- number of wins: 19 vs 15;
- win percentage: 68% vs 54%;
- number of losses: 5 vs 8;
- number of draws: 4 vs 5.
Last 10 matches:
- number of wins: 5 vs 5;
- number of losses: 4 vs 2;
- number of draws: 1 vs 3.
- Al Shabab won with a +1.5 handicap in 49 of last 50 games.
- Al Shabab won with a +1.5 handicap in 45 of last 46 games (Professional League).
- Al Shabab won with a +1.5 handicap in 24 of last 25 away games.
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.9, the guests - 0.94;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 2.84;
- both teams scored: overall - 16; at the home team's field - 9.
Statistics: Al Hilal Riyadh vs Al Shabab
- average total in the tournament: 3.89 vs 2.96;
- average total goals scored: 2.75 vs 1.86;
- average total in the 1st half: 1.29 vs 0.75;
- average total in the 2nd half: 1.46 vs 1.11;
- Al Hilal Riyadh: average total at home in the tournament - 3.29;
- Al Shabab: average total away in the tournament - 1.62;
- last 10 matches (average total): 2.1 (home - 3) vs 2.3 (away - 2.2).
- Al Shabab have scored under 1.5 goals in 15 of last 16 away games against Al Hilal Riyadh.
Prediction on corners
Al Hilal Riyadh: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 6.82; at home field - 7.93;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 6.5; at home field - 7.2.
Al Shabab: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4.64, away - 3.77;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 4.8; away - 3.4.
- Al Shabab have taken under 3.5 corners in their last 6 away games against Al Hilal Riyadh (Professional League).
Prediction on cards
H2H
- average Over/Under yellow cards in H2H matches - 1.94 (0.97 for home team and 0.97 for away team);
- average Over/Under yellow cards at the home team's field - 1.59 (0.71 for home team and 0.88 for away team).
Al Hilal Riyadh: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 1.39; at home - 1.07;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 1.6; at home - 1.4.
Al Shabab: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 1.82, away - 1.92;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 1.8; away - 2.2.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 31;
- both teams scored all-time - 16 times;
- on the home teamβs field - 9 times.
Statistics: Al Hilal Riyadh vs Al Shabab
- number of matches played in the tournament: 28 vs 28;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 18 vs 17;
- number of BTTS matches for Al Hilal Riyadh at home - 9 (64%);
- number of BTTS matches for Al Shabab away - 8 (62%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 5 vs 6;
- BTTS matches for Al Hilal Riyadh at home - 3 (60%);
- BTTS matches for Al Shabab away - 5 (100%).
- Al Shabab have scored and conceded in their last 9 away games.
- Al Shabab have scored and conceded in their last 8 away games (Professional League).
Editor's Prediction
The clash between Al-Hilal and Al-Shabab might be more competitive than anticipated. Despite the disparity in quality, Al-Shabab consistently stays within a reasonable margin-they cover a +1.5 handicap in 49 out of their last 50 matches. This highlights their high level of organization and ability to challenge even the strongest opponents. Given these trends, betting on Al-Shabab to win with a +1.5 handicap appears to be a well-founded choice.No comments
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