Sport Picks

Iraq

Stars League

Scoring Trends

Al Karkh

Baghdad

0.75

Goals Scored

1.63

Goals Conceded

1.88

1.31 Expected Goals (xG) 1.31

50%

Over 1.5

100%

38%

Over 2.5

88%

13%

Over 3.5

50%

Detailed Analysis

Explore Head-to-Head and Form below for more insights.

Expert Analysis by Omoye ThankGod

Al Karkh hold a slight statistical advantage, though this match remains competitive. The game flow could swing back and forth as teams find their rhythm.

Their head-to-head record shows a history of competitive battles. The data points towards a tight game, making 'Under' markets particularly attractive. The numbers provide a solid foundation for this match outlook.

Possible Outcome Probability

Match Winner

Home Win42%

Draw35%

Away Win23%

Goals & Scoring

Both Teams to Score52%

Over 1.5 Goals76%

Over 2.5 Goals50%

Match Events

No Data

No live events recorded yet.

Previous Encounters

18 Jan 26 STA

Baghdad

1:1

Al Karkh

28 May 24 STA

Al Karkh

0:0

Baghdad

03 Nov 23 STA

Baghdad

1:1

Al Karkh

20 May 22 STA

Al Karkh ✓

2:1

Baghdad

16 Dec 21 STA

Baghdad

0:0

Al Karkh

Recent Form (Last 5)

Al Karkh

Home Team

06 May

Al Karkh

3 : 1

Zakho

02 May

Erbil

1 : 0

Al Karkh

27 Apr

Al Kahraba

1 : 3

Al Karkh

22 Apr

Al Karkh

0 : 0

Al-Karma

18 Apr

Al Zawraa

3 : 0

Al Karkh

Baghdad

Away Team

02 May

Baghdad

2 : 2

Al-Qassim

26 Apr

Baghdad

2 : 2

Al Zawraa

21 Apr

Al Minaa

4 : 0

Baghdad

17 Apr

Al Mosul

1 : 1

Baghdad

12 Apr

Baghdad

2 : 1

Duhok

League Standings

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Al Quwa Al Jawiya	33	23	8	2	53:21	77
2	Al Shorta	33	21	7	5	64:30	70
3	Erbil	33	19	10	4	48:28	67
4	Al Zawraa	33	16	14	3	46:27	62
5	Al Talaba	33	18	7	8	47:31	61
6	Al-Karma	33	14	12	7	44:24	54
7	Al Karkh	33	14	10	9	41:33	52
8	Zakho	32	14	9	9	41:33	51
9	Newroz	33	14	5	14	42:41	47
10	Duhok	33	12	9	12	37:37	45
11	Diyala	33	11	10	12	36:34	43
12	Al Mosul	33	10	11	12	37:42	41
13	Al Naft	33	9	13	11	28:28	40
14	Al Gharraf	33	10	9	14	33:35	39
15	Al Minaa	32	8	9	15	33:41	33
16	Baghdad	32	9	6	17	39:57	33
17	Naft Missan	32	7	9	16	35:51	30
18	Al Kahraba	32	8	4	20	37:49	28
19	Al Najaf	30	4	3	23	22:54	15
20	Al-Qassim	33	0	5	28	16:83	5

Match Preview: Al Karkh vs Baghdad

The upcoming fixture between Al Karkh and Baghdad promises to be an engaging encounter in Stars League. Scheduled for Monday, May 11, 2026 at 14:30 UTC, the match will take place at the stadium. Both sides will be looking to make their mark in this scheduled event.

Team Context & Standings

Entering this game, both Al Karkh and Baghdad are focused on their respective objectives for the season. Al Karkh will look to leverage their competitive standing to gain an advantage, while Baghdad aims to improve their league position with a positive result on the road.

Head-to-Head & History

Previous meetings between these two sides often provide context for what to expect. While past results offer a glimpse into tactical matchups, this fresh encounter brings new dynamics. The teams have their own recent history to draw upon as they prepare tactically.

Tactical Overview

Tactically, this game could be decided in the midfield battles. Control of possession, defensive discipline, and clinical finishing in the final third are expected to be the deciding factors. Al Karkh will try to assert dominance early, whereas Baghdad might look for opportunities on the break or through set-pieces.

Following the Match

For those following the action, staying updated is key. From the first whistle to the final moments, fans can follow every goal, momentum shift, and key event as the drama unfolds on the pitch.

Key Statistics

Beyond the scoreline, the match statistics will tell the deeper story of the performance. Expect close scrutiny on metrics such as shots on target, possession percentages, and corner counts. These figures will illustrate which team effectively controlled the tempo and created the most dangerous chances.

Why This Matters

Three points here could be pivotal for the ambitions of either Al Karkh or Baghdad. Momentum is crucial in Stars League, and a victory in this match would serve as a significant morale booster for the winning side moving forward in the campaign.