Al Arabi vs Al Shamal: match statistics
Al Shamal appears to be the favorite for this encounter, confirmed by key statistics. The visitors occupy a higher position in the table (3rd place) and present much better away form with a 50% win rate and a positive goal difference (+3) on the road. Al Arabi has serious defensive problems at home, conceding an average of 2.29 goals per home match and holding a negative goal difference (-4). Al Shamal shows better offensive efficiency away (1.83 goals on average) and a more solid defense (1.33 average conceded). The xG indicators also speak in favor of the visitors (1.77 xG For vs 1.5 for the hosts), suggesting a higher quality of chances created. Considering all data, Al Shamal has a real advantage, although the high average score in Al Arabi's home matches (4 goals per match) and their decent form in the last 5 games (2 PPG) could make this a competitive clash.
Al Arabi vs Al Shamal: form, goals and key statistics
Key match information
Al Arabi played Al Shamal in Stars League (Qatar). The match was played on 5 February 2026. Final score: 1:2.
Current form
Al Arabi: 3-1-1, 2.00 points/match. Al Shamal: 2-1-2, 1.40 points/match.
Goal statistics
Al Arabi scores 2.00 and concedes 2.07 goals per match. Al Shamal scores 1.86 and concedes 1.21. League average: 3.24 goals.
BTTS / Over / Under
BTTS: Al Arabi 71%, Al Shamal 43%. Over 2.5: Al Arabi 79%, Al Shamal 57%. League level: BTTS 54%, Over 2.5 61%.
xG, shots and style
Al Shamal has higher xG: 1.75 vs 1.71. Al Arabi: 14.1 shots per match, Al Shamal: 15.1.
Match halves
Al Arabi: half-time lead 43%, second-half goals 1.00. Al Shamal: half-time lead 29%, second-half goals 1.07.
Goals by minute
Al Arabi: 31-45+ (9 goals). Al Shamal: 31-45+ (6 goals). This is historical distribution, not a predicted goal minute.
League context
Stars League: 3.24 goals per match, BTTS 54%, Over 2.5 61%.
Head-to-head
Before this fixture, 1 previous H2H matches were available: 0-0-1. 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
Al Shamal appears to be the favorite for this encounter, confirmed by key statistics. The visitors occupy a higher position in the table (3rd place) and present much better away form with a 50% win rate and a positive goal difference (+3) on the road. Al Arabi has serious defensive problems at home, conceding an average of 2.29 goals per home match and holding a negative goal difference (-4). Al Shamal shows better offensive efficiency away (1.83 goals on average) and a more solid defense (1.33 average conceded). The xG indicators also speak in favor of the visitors (1.77 xG For vs 1.5 for the hosts), suggesting a higher quality of chances created. Considering all data, Al Shamal has a real advantage, although the high average score in Al Arabi's home matches (4 goals per match) and their decent form in the last 5 games (2 PPG) could make this a competitive clash.
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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
| Al Arabi | Al Shamal | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 38% | 38% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.12 | 0.12 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.37 | 0.33 |
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.
Al Arabi is 43% better for: last-5 form.
2 pts / match - Al Arabi · 1.4 pts / match - Al Shamal
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 Arabi is 8% better for: goals scored per match.
2 goals / match - Al Arabi · 1.86 goals / match - Al Shamal
Al Shamal is 71% better for: goals conceded per match.
2.07 goals / match - Al Arabi · 1.21 goals / match - Al Shamal
Al Arabi scores in 93% of matches (13 of 14 matches), while Al Shamal keeps a clean sheet in 43% (6 of 14 matches).
Al Shamal scores in 71% of matches (10 of 14 matches), while Al Arabi keeps a clean sheet in 21% (3 of 14 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 - Al Arabi
Over / Under - Al Shamal
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.
Al Arabi is 22% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.57 pts / match - Al Arabi · 1.29 pts / match - Al Shamal
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Al Arabi - second-half results
Leads at half-time in 43% of matches and wins 50%. Also wins matches without a half-time lead.
Defence stays stable across the full match.
Al Shamal - second-half results
Leads at half-time in 29% of matches and wins 50%. Also wins matches without a half-time lead.
Defence stays stable across the full match.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per match | 1.80 | 2.20 |
| Goals scored / match | 1.0 | 1.6 |
| Goals conceded / match | 0.6 | 0.8 |
| Average goals in match | 1.6 | 2.4 |
| 1 goal | 100% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 80% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 40% |
| Clean sheet | 40% | 40% |
| No goal | 40% | 20% |
| Goal difference | +2 | +4 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per match | 1.00 | 1.60 |
| Goals scored / match | 0.6 | 0.8 |
| Goals conceded / match | 0.8 | 0.6 |
| Average goals in match | 1.4 | 1.4 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 60% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 60% |
| No goal | 60% | 40% |
| Goal difference | -1 | +1 |
* 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 31-45 (9 goals). Concedes most in 31-45 (8). Late-goal balance (76-90): +1 - wins late phases.
Most dangerous in minutes 31-45 (6 goals). Concedes most in 31-45 (5). Late-goal balance (76-90): +6 - 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
Al Arabi
Al Shamal
* 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 (Stars League).
Teams vs league
| Al Arabi | Liga | Al Shamal | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals in match | ▲ 4.07 | 3.24 | ▼ 3.07 |
| Both teams scored | ▲ 71% | 54% | ▼ 43% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▲ 79% | 61% | ▼ 57% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 21% | 26% | ▲ 43% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 93% | 69% | ▲ 71% |
| Goal after half-time | • 86% | 85% | ▼ 79% |
^ 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.
Head-to-head
Previous meeting: Al Arabi 0 - 0 - 1 Al Shamal. Average goals 5.00, both teams scored in 100% matches.
FAQ
What was the result of Al Arabi vs Al Shamal?
The Stars League match finished Al Arabi 1:2 Al Shamal. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Al Arabi vs Al Shamal?
Al Arabi score 2.00 goals per game on average and Al Shamal 1.86. The Stars League average is 3.24 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 61% of games. Both teams score in 71% of Al Arabi's matches and 43% of Al Shamal's.
What form are Al Arabi and Al Shamal in?
Over the last 5 games Al Arabi have a 3-1-1 record (2.00 points per game) and Al Shamal 2-1-2 (1.40 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Al Arabi vs Al Shamal?
Here you can check the pre-match numbers for Al Arabi vs Al Shamal: form, H2H, goals and Over/Under. The pick itself, value and reasoning are published in the NoFluffPicks app.