Ajman vs Al Ittihad Kalba: match statistics
Statistical analysis suggests a highly balanced matchup between two lower-table sides. Ajman displays poor home form with a mere 40% win rate and a negative goal difference (-3), although they have secured two wins in their last five outings. Despite a superior away record (60% win rate), Al Ittihad Kalba is enduring a slump, averaging just 0.4 points per game in their last five fixtures alongside a winless streak. A crucial factor is the comparable xG figures (1.36 vs 1.47) and identical average possession (50%). Given the recent struggles of both squads and the even underlying stats, a draw appears the most probable outcome, with Ajman holding a slight edge due to home advantage.
Ajman vs Al Ittihad Kalba: form, goals and key statistics
Key match information
Ajman played Al Ittihad Kalba in Arabian Gulf League (United Arab Emirates). The match was played on 3 January 2026. Final score: 0:1.
Current form
Ajman: 2-1-2, 1.40 points/match. Al Ittihad Kalba: 0-2-3, 0.40 points/match.
Goal statistics
Ajman scores 0.67 and concedes 0.89 goals per match. Al Ittihad Kalba scores 0.90 and concedes 1.30. League average: 2.53 goals.
BTTS / Over / Under
BTTS: Ajman 11%, Al Ittihad Kalba 40%. Over 2.5: Ajman 22%, Al Ittihad Kalba 40%. League level: BTTS 46%, Over 2.5 46%.
xG, shots and style
Al Ittihad Kalba has higher xG: 1.26 vs 1.18. Ajman: 10.7 shots per match, Al Ittihad Kalba: 11.7.
Match halves
Ajman: half-time lead 0%, second-half goals 0.67. Al Ittihad Kalba: half-time lead 0%, second-half goals 0.80.
Goals by minute
Ajman: 76-90+ (3 goals). Al Ittihad Kalba: 76-90+ (4 goals). This is historical distribution, not a predicted goal minute.
League context
Arabian Gulf League: 2.53 goals per match, BTTS 46%, Over 2.5 46%.
Head-to-head
Before this fixture, 2 previous H2H matches were available: 0-0-2. Average goals 5.00, BTTS 100%.
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
Statistical analysis suggests a highly balanced matchup between two lower-table sides. Ajman displays poor home form with a mere 40% win rate and a negative goal difference (-3), although they have secured two wins in their last five outings. Despite a superior away record (60% win rate), Al Ittihad Kalba is enduring a slump, averaging just 0.4 points per game in their last five fixtures alongside a winless streak. A crucial factor is the comparable xG figures (1.36 vs 1.47) and identical average possession (50%). Given the recent struggles of both squads and the even underlying stats, a draw appears the most probable outcome, with Ajman holding a slight edge due to home advantage.
View the statistical overviewHalf-by-half
Match statistics
Pre-match profile— what do the season numbers say?
This is a team profile based on season data and form. Match-flow statistics are shown only after the fixture is played.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Attack and defence comparison for both teams in the current season.
Shooting quality
| Ajman | Al Ittihad Kalba | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 34% | 27% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.11 | 0.11 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.18 | 0.28 |
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 matches and season record, overall and split by home and away matches.
Ajman is 250% better for: last-5 form.
1.4 pts / match - Ajman · 0.4 pts / match - Al Ittihad Kalba
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.
Al Ittihad Kalba is 34% better for: goals scored per match.
0.67 goals / match - Ajman · 0.9 goals / match - Al Ittihad Kalba
Ajman is 46% better for: goals conceded per match.
0.89 goals / match - Ajman · 1.3 goals / match - Al Ittihad Kalba
Ajman scores in 56% of matches (5 of 9 matches), while Al Ittihad Kalba keeps a clean sheet in 30% (3 of 10 matches).
Al Ittihad Kalba scores in 50% of matches (5 of 10 matches), while Ajman keeps a clean sheet in 56% (5 of 9 matches).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away matches in the current season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often both teams' matches have goals on both sides, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these matches cross the goal lines?
How often matches involving these teams clear goal thresholds, in the full match and in each half.
Full match - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Ajman
Over / Under - Al Ittihad Kalba
1st half
2nd half
Match 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.
Ajman is 56% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
0.78 pts / match - Ajman · 0.5 pts / match - Al Ittihad Kalba
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Ajman - second-half results
Concedes 0.5 more goals per match after half-time - defensive level drops in the second half.
Al Ittihad Kalba - second-half results
Defence stays stable across the full match.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per match | 0.60 | 1.60 |
| Goals scored / match | 0.0 | 0.8 |
| Goals conceded / match | 0.4 | 0.6 |
| Average goals in match | 0.4 | 1.4 |
| 1 goal | 40% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 0% | 60% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 60% |
| No goal | 100% | 40% |
| Goal difference | -2 | +1 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per match | 0.40 | 0.40 |
| Goals scored / match | 0.2 | 0.2 |
| Goals conceded / match | 0.8 | 1.0 |
| Average goals in match | 1.0 | 1.2 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 60% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 20% | 40% |
| No goal | 80% | 80% |
| Goal difference | -3 | -4 |
* Colours in tables show event frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate, red is rare. It is frequency, not a team rating.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
Match phases in which both teams most often score and concede.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (3 goals). Concedes most in 46-60 (2). Late-goal balance (76-90): +1 - wins late phases.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (4 goals). Concedes most in 16-30 (4). Late-goal balance (76-90): +2 - 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 based on completed matches from the current season.
Match profile
Ajman
Al Ittihad Kalba
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range are calculated from public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical match profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed matches from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (Arabian Gulf League).
Teams vs league
| Ajman | Liga | Al Ittihad Kalba | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals in match | ▼ 1.56 | 2.53 | ▼ 2.20 |
| Both teams scored | ▼ 11% | 46% | ▼ 40% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 22% | 46% | ▼ 40% |
| Clean sheets | ▲ 56% | 31% | • 30% |
| Goal before half-time | ▼ 22% | 69% | ▼ 60% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 89% | 76% | ▼ 70% |
^ 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
Substitutes
Away team
Starting lineup
Substitutes
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.
Referee context
See how often this referee shows cards, awards penalties and how their matches tend to finish.
Head-to-head
Recent meetings (2): Ajman 0 - 0 - 2 Al Ittihad Kalba. Average goals 5.00, both teams scored in 100% matches.
FAQ
What was the result of Ajman vs Al Ittihad Kalba?
The Arabian Gulf League match finished Ajman 0:1 Al Ittihad Kalba. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What is the head-to-head record between Ajman and Al Ittihad Kalba?
In the last 2 head-to-head matches Ajman won 0, Al Ittihad Kalba won 2 and 0 ended level. These games averaged 5.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 100% of them.
What do the goal statistics show before Ajman vs Al Ittihad Kalba?
Ajman score 0.67 goals per game on average and Al Ittihad Kalba 0.90. The Arabian Gulf League average is 2.53 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 46% of games. Both teams score in 11% of Ajman's matches and 40% of Al Ittihad Kalba's.
What form are Ajman and Al Ittihad Kalba in?
Over the last 5 games Ajman have a 2-1-2 record (1.40 points per game) and Al Ittihad Kalba 0-2-3 (0.40 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Ajman vs Al Ittihad Kalba?
Here you can check the pre-match numbers for Ajman vs Al Ittihad Kalba: form, H2H, goals and Over/Under. The pick itself, value and reasoning are published in the NoFluffPicks app.