Al Gharafa vs Al Shamal Prediction 22 February 2026
🔊 Al-Gharafa and Al-Shamal are set to clash in an upcoming match, with both teams eager to solidify their standings on the table. Al-Gharafa currently hold second place, having shown consistent performances throughout the season, although their recent games indicate some instability. On the other hand, Al-Shamal are in good form and are just three points behind their rivals. Both sides are known for their organized defensive play, making this encounter highly intriguing.
Head-to-Head
The last official encounter between the teams took place on 27 October 2025 and ended with a scoreline of 0:1. Here's a comparative breakdown of that match (home team - Al Gharafa):
- ball possession percentage: 50% vs 50%;
- corner kicks: 2 vs 4;
- fouls: 11 vs 12;
- yellow cards: 0 vs 1;
- shots on target: 1 vs 5.
📊Statistical preview of official matches between the teams Al Gharafa and Al Shamal:
- played 13 matches;
- number of wins for the home team - 4, for the away team - 4, draws - 5;
- number of goals - 15 against 14;
- average total in the 1st half - 1.15, in the 2nd half - 1.08;
- average total goals in the match - 2.23.
Head-to-head statistics Al Gharafa - Al Shamal

Al Gharafa Team Overview
The team's last official match took place on in the AFC Champions League, featuring Al-Gharafa as the home side against Tractor. The game concluded with a 0-2 scoreline.
Here's the match statistics (Al-Gharafa vs Tractor):
- possession percentage: 41% vs 59%;
- corner kicks: 4 vs 5;
- fouls: 7 vs 6;
- yellow cards: 3 vs 4;
- shots on target: 4 vs 4.
Al-Gharafa have been solid at home, securing the second spot in the standings. However, they've struggled recently, managing just one win in their last five matches while suffering four defeats. Their attack hasn't been particularly prolific, averaging 1.73 goals per game this season. Recent performances highlight a dip in form, with only three victories in their last ten outings and an average of 2.2 goals conceded per game, indicating defensive issues.
Match Results: Al Gharafa

Al Shamal Team Overview
The visitors played their last official match on in the Crown Prince Cup of Qatar (home team - Al Shamal, away team - Qatar). The match ended with a score of 2-1.
Here are the match statistics (Al Shamal vs Qatar):
- possession: 46% vs 54%;
- corner kicks: 3 vs 4;
- fouls: 18 vs 17;
- yellow cards: 3 vs 2;
- shots on target: 4 vs 2.
Al Shamal are displaying a more balanced form with three wins and a draw in their last five outings. They currently sit third and are pushing to climb higher in the standings. Their average of 1.87 goals per game this season highlights a rather effective attack. Despite this, the team also boasts a solid defense, conceding just 1.3 goals on average over their last ten matches.
Match Results: Al Shamal
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 13;
- home team wins - 4, away team wins - 4, draws - 5.
Statistics: Al Gharafa vs Al Shamal
- matches played in the tournament: 15 vs 15;
- wins: 10 vs 8;
- win percentage: 67% vs 53%;
- losses: 4 vs 3;
- draws: 1 vs 4.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 4 vs 4;
- losses: 6 vs 4;
- draws: 0 vs 2.
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.15, the guests - 1.08;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 2.23;
- both teams scored: overall - 8; at the home team's field - 5.
Statistics: Al Gharafa vs Al Shamal
- average total in the tournament: 3.07 vs 3.07;
- average total goals scored: 1.73 vs 1.87;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.53 vs 0.8;
- average total in the 2nd half: 1.2 vs 1.07;
- Al Gharafa: average total at home in the tournament - 2.14;
- Al Shamal: average total away in the tournament - 1;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.1 (home - 1) vs 1.2 (away - 1.67).
- Al Shamal have scored under 1.5 goals in last 7 games against Al Gharafa.
Prediction on corners
Al Gharafa: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4.47; at home field - 3.29;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5.1; at home field - 4.5.
Al Shamal: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 5.33, away - 3.67;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5.1; away - 4.83.
- Al Gharafa have taken under 4.5 corners in 9 of last 10 home games.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 13;
- both teams scored all-time - 8 times;
- on the home team’s field - 5 times.
Statistics: Al Gharafa vs Al Shamal
- number of matches played in the tournament: 15 vs 15;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 9 vs 7;
- number of BTTS matches for Al Gharafa at home - 5 (71%);
- number of BTTS matches for Al Shamal away - 1 (33%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 4 vs 5;
- BTTS matches for Al Gharafa at home - 1 (25%);
- BTTS matches for Al Shamal away - 4 (67%).
Correct score prediction
Statistics of frequent results (current season):
- most common score in the tournament: 2:0 (9/92, 9.8%);
- Al Gharafa at home most often finish matches: 2:1 (2/7, 28.6%);
- Al Shamal away most often play: 0:1 , 1:2 , 2:0 (1/3, 33.3%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top 3 outcomes:
1:1 - 11.98% (odds 6)
1:2 - 8.47% (odds 8.4)
2:1 - 8.28% (odds 8.5)
- Al Gharafa drew 1:1 in 3 of last 4 home games against Al Shamal.