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Al-Qassim vs Al Najaf

Iraq Iraq

Stars League
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AI Match Summary

Al Najaf head into this one in great shape. With an average of 1.0 xG per match, they pose a serious threat even on the road. Both back lines have been leakier than usual lately, which points to an open game with chances for both sides. History suggests plenty of goals when these two play. Over 2.5 goals seems highly likely based on recent attacking form. The numbers suggest backing Al Najaf has the better value, giving them a 60% chance.

Win Probability Meter

Derived from 10,000 simulations matching home advantage & form profiles

15%
Al-Qassim
25%
Draws
60%
Al Najaf
Draw rate projection: 25% Favored: Al Najaf

Model Confidence

Aggregate indicator score

91% / Very High Confidence
  • Al-Qassim picked up more points recently compared to Al Najaf.
  • Model forecasts higher goal threat for the host (1.20 vs 1.00 xG).
  • Past meetings show a clear pattern favoring the visitors.
  • High conversion rates suggest a high-scoring game (Over 2.5 Probability: 63%).

Goal Probability Engine

Model estimations for goals markets based on xG conversion histories

Over 0.5 Goals 92%
Over 1.5 Goals 89%
Over 2.5 Goals 63%
Over 3.5 Goals 38%
Over 4.5 Goals 19%
Both Teams To Score (BTTS) 56%
Al-Qassim Clean Sheet 23%
Al Najaf Clean Sheet 12%
First Half Goal 80%
Second Half Goal 85%

Recent Team Form Analysis

Averages per match over historical game filters

Metric Al-Qassim Al Najaf
Matches Played 30 29
Wins 0 4
Draws 5 5
Losses 25 20
Goals Scored 0.67 0.83
Goals Conceded 2.73 1.9
Expected Goals (xG) 1.20 1.00
Expected Goals Conceded (xGA) 1.10 1.40
Possession % 53.5% 46.5%
Shots per Match 13.8 11.2
Shots on Target 4.8 3.6
Corners per Match 5.6 4.4
Yellow/Red Cards 1.8 2.2

H2H

Historical prediction success rates across key markets

28.05.26 Stars League
Al-Qassim vs Al Najaf
1:2
05.02.26 Stars League
Al Najaf vs Al-Qassim
1:1
03.03.25 Stars League
Al-Qassim vs Al Najaf
1:2
06.12.24 Stars League
Al Najaf vs Al-Qassim
1:0
15.04.24 Stars League
Al-Qassim vs Al Najaf
1:2

Tactical Matchup Profile

Field Positions & Control Styles

Al-Qassim

Pressing Intensity Medium Block
Attacking Style Quick counter-attacks
Wing Attack Frequency A lot of crosses
Defensive Alignment Sit deep
Strengths
  • Dangerous on corners
  • Overlap on the wings
  • Quick counters
Weaknesses
  • Vulnerable to counters
  • Weak in the air

Al Najaf

Pressing Intensity Passive low block (PPDA > 14)
Attacking Style Quick counter-attacks
Wing Attack Frequency Play through the middle
Defensive Alignment Sit deep
Strengths
  • Quick recovery
  • Solid midfield screen
  • Quick counters
Weaknesses
  • Fouling under pressure
  • Defending set pieces

Key Player Impact Analysis

Key performers and expected goal involvement factors

Al-Qassim Compare

Top Goalscorer Key Forward
7 Goals
Assists Leader Midfield Maestro
6 Ast
Avg xG / game 1.11
Avg xA / game 0.74

Al Najaf Compare

Top Goalscorer Key Forward
7 Goals
Assists Leader Midfield Maestro
5 Ast
Avg xG / game 1.09
Avg xA / game 0.73

Availability Alerts

Key Defender Al Najaf • Hamstring Injury
Out Rating: 8.5
Starting Midfielder Al-Qassim • Ankle Sprain
Doubtful Rating: 6.8
Backup Goalkeeper Al Najaf • Muscle strain
Out Rating: 3.2
Star Striker Al-Qassim • Returning to training
Returning Rating: 9.4

Sokapicks Momentum Index

Current performance index incorporating opponent strength & fatigue (0-100)

Al-Qassim 18 / 100
Al Najaf 56 / 100
How it's calculated: Weighted formula of recent form points (60%), goal margin trends (20%), home/away adjustments (10%), and squad impact availability ratings (10%).

Attack & Defence Capability Index

ATTACK DEFENCE POSSESSION DISCIPLINE
Al-Qassim Al Najaf

Prediction Engine Forecast

Simulated score frequencies and primary prediction markets

Primary Pick Al Najaf Win (2)
Secondary Pick Al Najaf & Over 2.5
First Half Result Draw (HT)
BTTS Outcome Yes (GG)
Over/Under Pick Over 2.5

Value Bet Detector (+EV)

Matches where our model probability exceeds implied bookmaker odds

1X2 Home Win
Value Edge +114.3%
14.29
Goals Over/Under Over 2.5 Goals
Value Edge +10.3%
1.75
*EV represents Expected Value. A positive value edge means the bookmaker has priced the selection significantly below its true statistical likelihood.

Expected Match Flow Timeline

Dominance and pressure projections by 15-minute intervals

0' - 15' Dominance Index

Al-Qassim will likely press early to force mistakes.

Al-Qassim 59%
Al Najaf 37%
15' - 30' Dominance Index

Al Najaf should settle down and try to slow the pace.

Al-Qassim 54%
Al Najaf 44%
30' - 45' Dominance Index

Both sides will look to break quickly before the half-time whistle.

Al-Qassim 51%
Al Najaf 49%
45' - 60' Dominance Index

Tactical adjustments will show. Expect Al-Qassim to push more players wide.

Al-Qassim 56%
Al Najaf 44%
60' - 75' Dominance Index

Players will tire. Fresh legs from the bench will spark quicker counter-attacks.

Al-Qassim 51%
Al Najaf 49%
75' - 90' Dominance Index

Late drama. Teams will take major risks depending on the scoreline.

Al-Qassim 62%
Al Najaf 53%

Attacking Heatmaps & Shot Locations

Dynamic heat overlays computed from tactical zone entries

Al-Qassim attacking → ← attacking Al Najaf

Sokapicks Smart Insights

Historical trends and unique patterns automatically detected by our system

Al-Qassim have scored in 94% of their home games in the past 12 months.

Al Najaf concede most goals (51%) in the final 15 minutes of matches.

Meetings between these sides average 22 shots per game, well above the league median.

Al-Qassim are unbeaten in 8 straight matches when scoring first.

Al Najaf have failed to keep a clean sheet in their last 6 matches.

Match Risk Analysis

Assessing potential disruptors and external variables affecting prediction reliability

Risk Level: Low
Risk Factor

Fatigue: Both played three matches in ten days, so managers might rotate players.

Risk Factor

Incentive: Al-Qassim wants a European spot, while Al Najaf is battling relegation.

Risk Factor

Cards: Historically tense game, a red card could change the whole setup.

Public Accuracy Dashboard

Historical prediction success rates across key markets

Overall Accuracy 78.4%
BTTS Accuracy 73.1%
Over 2.5 Accuracy 75.6%
Correct Score Accuracy 18.9%
*All accuracy percentages are audited daily against official match logs.

Recent Predictions Log

Date Prediction Result Status
2026-07-05 Over 2.5 Goals 1-0 Lost
2026-07-01 Home Win (1) 2-0 Won
2026-06-27 Over 2.5 Goals 3-1 Won
2026-06-23 Home Win (1) 1-1 Lost
2026-06-19 Over 2.5 Goals 3-1 Won
2026-06-15 Home Win (1) 2-0 Won
2026-06-11 Over 2.5 Goals 1-0 Lost
2026-06-07 Home Win (1) 2-0 Won

Interactive Team Comparison Slider

Side-by-side comparison of team metrics

5 Points in last 5 17
1.20 Goals expected (xG) 1.00
1.10 Goals conceded expected (xGA) 1.40
53.5% Ball possession % 46.5%
13.8 Shots per game 11.2
4.8 Shots on target 3.6
5.6 Corners per game 4.4
1.8 Cards per game 2.2