Sabah vs Johor Darul Ta'zim: match statistics
Johor Darul Ta'zim is showing exceptional dominance this season with a record of 16 wins and zero defeats, sitting top of the table. The visiting side boasts a 100% away record, scoring an average of 3.29 goals per match while maintaining a 100% clean sheet rate. Sabah occupies 11th place with a mere 14% win rate at home, conceding an average of 1.43 goals per game and presenting a negative goal difference (-3). The immense quality gap is further confirmed by xG statistics – the hosts generate 1.31 xG while conceding 1.77 xG, whereas the visitors create 2.45 xG while conceding only 0.75 xG. The form of both teams (JDT's 7-match away winning streak vs. Sabah's inconsistent run) and the possession advantage (64% vs. 49%) clearly point to a certain victory for the away side.
Sabah vs Johor Darul Ta'zim: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Sabah played against Johor Darul Ta'zim in Super League (Malaysia). The game was played on February 22, 2026. Final score: 1:6.
Recent form
Sabah has 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses over its last five games, averaging 1.40 points per game. Johor Darul Ta'zim has 5 wins, 0 draws and 0 losses, with 3.00 points per game.
Scoring records
Sabah scores 1.29 goals per game and allows 2.07. Johor Darul Ta'zim scores 4.56 and allows 0.38. Games in this league average 3.23 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 71% of Sabah's games and 25% of Johor Darul Ta'zim's. The Over 2.5 rates are 64% and 81%, compared with league averages of 48% for BTTS and 60% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Johor Darul Ta'zim has the higher season xG average, 2.91 to 1.36 per game. Sabah takes 11.1 shots per game, while Johor Darul Ta'zim takes 27.0.
First-half and second-half trends
Sabah leads at halftime in 7% of its games and scores 0.93 goals per game after halftime. Johor Darul Ta'zim leads at halftime in 75% and scores 2.63 after halftime.
When the teams score
Sabah's most productive scoring window is minutes 46-60 (5 goals). For Johor Darul Ta'zim, it is minutes 31-45+ (16 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Super League games average 3.23 goals. Both teams score in 48% of games, and 60% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, one previous meeting was available. The record was 0 home wins, 0 draws and 1 away win. Those games averaged 8.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 0% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
Johor Darul Ta'zim is showing exceptional dominance this season with a record of 16 wins and zero defeats, sitting top of the table. The visiting side boasts a 100% away record, scoring an average of 3.29 goals per match while maintaining a 100% clean sheet rate. Sabah occupies 11th place with a mere 14% win rate at home, conceding an average of 1.43 goals per game and presenting a negative goal difference (-3). The immense quality gap is further confirmed by xG statistics – the hosts generate 1.31 xG while conceding 1.77 xG, whereas the visitors create 2.45 xG while conceding only 0.75 xG. The form of both teams (JDT's 7-match away winning streak vs. Sabah's inconsistent run) and the possession advantage (64% vs. 49%) clearly point to a certain victory for the away side.
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Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| Sabah | Johor Darul Ta'zim | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 36% | 38% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.12 | 0.11 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.32 | 0.44 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Johor Darul Ta'zim is 114% better for: last-5 form.
1.4 pts / game - Sabah · 3 pts / game - Johor Darul Ta'zim
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Johor Darul Ta'zim is 253% better for: goals scored per game.
1.29 goals / game - Sabah · 4.56 goals / game - Johor Darul Ta'zim
Johor Darul Ta'zim is 445% better for: goals allowed per game.
2.07 goals / game - Sabah · 0.38 goals / game - Johor Darul Ta'zim
Sabah scores in 71% of games (10 of 14 meczów), while Johor Darul Ta'zim keeps a clean sheet in 75% (12 of 16 meczów).
Johor Darul Ta'zim scores in 100% of games (16 of 16 meczów), while Sabah keeps a clean sheet in 7% (1 of 14 meczów).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Sabah
Over / Under - Johor Darul Ta'zim
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Johor Darul Ta'zim is 244% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
0.71 pts / game - Sabah · 2.44 pts / game - Johor Darul Ta'zim
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Sabah - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 7% of games and wins 21%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
Johor Darul Ta'zim - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 75% of games and wins 100%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.00 | 1.60 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.6 | 1.4 |
| Goals allowed / game | 1.0 | 0.8 |
| Average goals per game | 1.6 | 2.2 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 80% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 40% |
| Clean sheet | 40% | 40% |
| No goal | 40% | 20% |
| Goal difference | -2 | +3 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 2.00 | 3.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.8 | 2.0 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.2 | 0.2 |
| Average goals per game | 1.0 | 2.2 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 60% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 40% |
| Clean sheet | 80% | 80% |
| No goal | 40% | 0% |
| Goal difference | +3 | +9 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 46-60 (5 goals). Concedes most in 16-30 (7). Late-goal balance (76-90): -1 - late phases are a weakness.
Most dangerous in minutes 31-45 (16 goals). Concedes most in 0-15 (2). Late-goal balance (76-90): +12 - wins late phases.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
Sabah
Johor Darul Ta'zim
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (Super League).
Teams vs league
| Sabah | Liga | Johor Darul Ta'zim | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▲ 3.36 | 3.23 | ▲ 4.94 |
| Both teams scored | ▲ 71% | 48% | ▼ 25% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▲ 64% | 60% | ▲ 81% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 7% | 27% | ▲ 75% |
| Goal before half-time | ▼ 64% | 78% | ▲ 88% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 86% | 83% | ▲ 100% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Away team
Starting lineup
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Head-to-head
Record from Sabah's perspective: 0 wins, 0 draws and 1 loss against Johor Darul Ta'zim. Games average 8.00 goals, and both teams scored in 0% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Sabah vs Johor Darul Ta'zim?
The Super League match finished Sabah 1:6 Johor Darul Ta'zim. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Sabah vs Johor Darul Ta'zim?
Sabah score 1.29 goals per game on average and Johor Darul Ta'zim 4.56. The Super League average is 3.23 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 60% of games. Both teams score in 71% of Sabah's matches and 25% of Johor Darul Ta'zim's.
What form are Sabah and Johor Darul Ta'zim in?
Over the last 5 games Sabah have a 2-1-2 record (1.40 points per game) and Johor Darul Ta'zim 5-0-0 (3.00 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Sabah vs Johor Darul Ta'zim?
This page shows the full statistical context — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under. The tip, value assessment and full reasoning are in the NoFluffPicks app.