Al Ittihad Kalba vs Al Dhafra: match statistics
Statistical analysis indicates balanced chances for both teams in this encounter. Al Ittihad Kalba presents weak home form with just 11% wins and a goal difference of -6, conceding an average of 1.56 goals per match. Al Dhafra shows better recent form (1.6 points per match in the last 5 games), yet their away statistics are alarming - 63% losses and zero clean sheets. The hosts hold home advantage, but their catastrophic streak of 4 consecutive defeats (12 goals conceded) raises concerns. Given the high average of goals in matches involving both teams (2.44 for hosts, 3.5 for visitors) and balanced xG metrics, a draw or a narrow victory for either side is most probable. The poor defensive efficiency of both squads suggests a match with goals, where neither side will hold a distinct advantage.
Al Ittihad Kalba vs Al Dhafra: form, goals and key statistics
Key match information
Al Ittihad Kalba played Al Dhafra in Arabian Gulf League (United Arab Emirates). The match was played on 26 February 2026. Final score: 1:1.
Current form
Al Ittihad Kalba: 1-0-4, 0.60 points/match. Al Dhafra: 0-2-3, 0.40 points/match.
Goal statistics
Al Ittihad Kalba scores 1.06 and concedes 1.59 goals per match. Al Dhafra scores 1.35 and concedes 2.12. League average: 2.70 goals.
BTTS / Over / Under
BTTS: Al Ittihad Kalba 59%, Al Dhafra 59%. Over 2.5: Al Ittihad Kalba 59%, Al Dhafra 59%. League level: BTTS 51%, Over 2.5 49%.
xG, shots and style
Al Ittihad Kalba has higher xG: 1.26 vs 1.07. Al Ittihad Kalba: 11.8 shots per match, Al Dhafra: 9.1.
Match halves
Al Ittihad Kalba: half-time lead 12%, second-half goals 0.82. Al Dhafra: half-time lead 18%, second-half goals 0.82.
Goals by minute
Al Ittihad Kalba: 76-90+ (7 goals). Al Dhafra: 61-75 (8 goals). This is historical distribution, not a predicted goal minute.
League context
Arabian Gulf League: 2.70 goals per match, BTTS 51%, Over 2.5 49%.
Head-to-head
Before this fixture, 1 previous H2H matches were available: 0-0-1. Average goals 3.00, BTTS 0%.
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 indicates balanced chances for both teams in this encounter. Al Ittihad Kalba presents weak home form with just 11% wins and a goal difference of -6, conceding an average of 1.56 goals per match. Al Dhafra shows better recent form (1.6 points per match in the last 5 games), yet their away statistics are alarming - 63% losses and zero clean sheets. The hosts hold home advantage, but their catastrophic streak of 4 consecutive defeats (12 goals conceded) raises concerns. Given the high average of goals in matches involving both teams (2.44 for hosts, 3.5 for visitors) and balanced xG metrics, a draw or a narrow victory for either side is most probable. The poor defensive efficiency of both squads suggests a match with goals, where neither side will hold a distinct 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
| Al Ittihad Kalba | Al Dhafra | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 25% | 37% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.11 | 0.12 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.35 | 0.40 |
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 Ittihad Kalba is 50% better for: last-5 form.
0.6 pts / match - Al Ittihad Kalba · 0.4 pts / match - Al Dhafra
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 Dhafra is 27% better for: goals scored per match.
1.06 goals / match - Al Ittihad Kalba · 1.35 goals / match - Al Dhafra
Al Ittihad Kalba is 33% better for: goals conceded per match.
1.59 goals / match - Al Ittihad Kalba · 2.12 goals / match - Al Dhafra
Al Ittihad Kalba scores in 71% of matches (12 of 17 matches), while Al Dhafra keeps a clean sheet in 6% (1 of 17 matches).
Al Dhafra scores in 65% of matches (11 of 17 matches), while Al Ittihad Kalba keeps a clean sheet in 24% (4 of 17 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 Ittihad Kalba
Over / Under - Al Dhafra
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 Ittihad Kalba is 7% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
0.88 pts / match - Al Ittihad Kalba · 0.82 pts / match - Al Dhafra
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Al Ittihad Kalba - second-half results
Leads at half-time in 12% of matches and wins 29%. Also wins matches without a half-time lead.
Concedes 0.5 more goals per match after half-time - defensive level drops in the second half.
Al Dhafra - second-half results
Leads at half-time in 18% of matches and wins 29%. Also wins matches without a half-time lead.
Defence stays stable across the full match.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per match | 1.20 | 0.60 |
| Goals scored / match | 0.4 | 0.8 |
| Goals conceded / match | 0.4 | 2.0 |
| Average goals in match | 0.8 | 2.8 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 100% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 60% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 0% |
| No goal | 60% | 40% |
| Goal difference | 0 | -6 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per match | 1.00 | 0.40 |
| Goals scored / match | 0.4 | 0.4 |
| Goals conceded / match | 0.8 | 1.6 |
| Average goals in match | 1.2 | 2.0 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 80% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 0% |
| No goal | 60% | 60% |
| Goal difference | -2 | -6 |
* 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 (7 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (8). Late-goal balance (76-90): -1 - late phases are a weakness.
Most dangerous in minutes 61-75 (8 goals). Concedes most in 0-15 (8). Late-goal balance (76-90): -2 - late phases are a weakness.
* 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 Ittihad Kalba
Al Dhafra
* 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
| Al Ittihad Kalba | Liga | Al Dhafra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals in match | • 2.65 | 2.70 | ▲ 3.47 |
| Both teams scored | ▲ 59% | 51% | ▲ 59% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▲ 59% | 49% | ▲ 59% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 24% | 27% | ▼ 6% |
| Goal before half-time | ▼ 59% | 67% | ▲ 88% |
| Goal after half-time | ▼ 76% | 80% | ▲ 82% |
^ 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
Previous meeting: Al Ittihad Kalba 0 - 0 - 1 Al Dhafra. Average goals 3.00, both teams scored in 0% matches.
FAQ
What was the result of Al Ittihad Kalba vs Al Dhafra?
The Arabian Gulf League match finished Al Ittihad Kalba 1:1 Al Dhafra. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Al Ittihad Kalba vs Al Dhafra?
Al Ittihad Kalba score 1.06 goals per game on average and Al Dhafra 1.35. The Arabian Gulf League average is 2.70 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 49% of games. Both teams score in 59% of Al Ittihad Kalba's matches and 59% of Al Dhafra's.
What form are Al Ittihad Kalba and Al Dhafra in?
Over the last 5 games Al Ittihad Kalba have a 1-0-4 record (0.60 points per game) and Al Dhafra 0-2-3 (0.40 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Al Ittihad Kalba vs Al Dhafra?
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.