Al-Karma vs Naft Missan Expected Goals (xG), Forecast & Details

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Iraq

Stars League

Scoring Trends

Al-Karma

Naft Missan

1.63

Goals Scored

0.88

1.25

Goals Conceded

1.5

1.20 Expected Goals (xG) 1.00

100%

Over 1.5

88%

50%

Over 2.5

50%

25%

Over 3.5

Detailed Analysis

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

Expert Analysis by Omoye ThankGod

Al-Karma enter this game as clear favorites to control the proceedings. The game flow could swing back and forth as teams find their rhythm.

Their head-to-head record shows a history of competitive battles. Given Al-Karma's consistency at home, backing their victory is logical. The numbers provide a solid foundation for this match outlook.

Possible Outcome Probability

Match Winner

Home Win60%

Draw25%

Away Win15%

Goals & Scoring

Both Teams to Score54%

Over 1.5 Goals75%

Over 2.5 Goals49%

Match Events

56'

Al Yahmadi J.

90'

Tiago Leonco

(Penalty)

90'

Outtara S.

Previous Encounters

21 Feb 26 STA

Al-Karma ✓

3:0

Naft Missan

20 Feb 25 STA

Naft Missan ✓

3:2

Al-Karma

06 Dec 24 STA

Al-Karma

1:2

✓ Naft Missan

Recent Form (Last 5)

Al-Karma

Home Team

30 Mar

Baghdad

2 : 1

Al-Karma

26 Mar

Al-Karma

1 : 1

Al Mosul

18 Mar

Zakho

2 : 2

Al-Karma

12 Mar

Al-Karma

3 : 0

Al Gharraf

07 Mar

Al-Karma

2 : 3

Erbil

Naft Missan

Away Team

31 Mar

Newroz

2 : 0

Naft Missan

27 Mar

Naft Missan

0 : 0

Erbil

18 Mar

Al Karkh

1 : 1

Naft Missan

13 Mar

Al Zawraa

1 : 1

Naft Missan

06 Mar

Naft Missan

2 : 1

Baghdad

League Standings

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Al Quwa Al Jawiya	25	18	5	2	37:15	59
2	Al Shorta	25	16	5	4	46:22	53
3	Erbil	25	15	7	3	36:19	52
4	Al Talaba	25	14	6	5	35:21	48
5	Al Zawraa	25	12	10	3	33:21	46
6	Al-Karma	25	12	7	6	35:20	43
7	Zakho	25	12	7	6	32:21	43
8	Al Karkh	25	11	8	6	33:24	41
9	Newroz	25	12	1	12	32:31	37
10	Duhok	25	9	7	9	27:25	34
11	Al Naft	25	8	9	8	26:23	33
12	Al Mosul	25	9	6	10	26:32	33
13	Diyala	25	8	8	9	30:26	32
14	Al Gharraf	25	9	5	11	25:27	32
15	Al Minaa	25	6	8	11	24:29	26
16	Naft Missan	25	5	7	13	26:41	22
17	Baghdad	25	6	4	15	26:44	22
18	Al Kahraba	25	6	3	16	25:36	21
19	Al Najaf	25	3	3	19	17:43	12
20	Al-Qassim	25	0	2	23	7:58	2

Match Preview: Al-Karma vs Naft Missan

Al-Karma welcomes Naft Missan for what is shaping up to be a crucial match in Stars League. Scheduled for Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 20:15 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-Karma and Naft Missan are focused on their respective objectives for the season. Al-Karma will look to leverage their competitive standing to gain an advantage, while Naft Missan aims to improve their league position with a positive result on the road.

Head-to-Head & History

History suggests that matches between Al-Karma and Naft Missan are competitively fought. 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-Karma will try to assert dominance early, whereas Naft Missan might look for opportunities on the break or through set-pieces.

Following the Match

The match atmosphere is expected to be electric, and tracking the game minute-by-minute adds to the excitement. 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-Karma or Naft Missan. 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.