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Esteghlal vs Al Sadd: Prediction, Odds & Analysis

Esteghlal EsteghlalvsAl Sadd Al Sadd
Our predictionAl Sadd to win
Model score: Low · 20/100
Score hint: 0-1

The model puts Al Sadd at 43%. The model sees this as a close contest. Confidence: low.

Why this prediction

+ supports the predicted pick, − argues against it.

Win probabilities

1 · Esteghlal29%
Draw28%
2 · Al Sadd43%
1 · EsteghlalDraw2 · Al Sadd
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Model vs market

Markets where our model disagrees with the bookmaker. A positive edge means our model rates the outcome more likely than the odds imply. This is model disagreement, not proven value — we do not yet publish historical profitability.

BTTSYes1.92+3.9%
1X2Esteghlal3.60+2.8%
1X2Draw3.40-0.3%
1X2Al Sadd2.07-2.5%
BTTSNo1.79-3.9%
Our model BookmakerPositive edge = model disagreement, not a value bet. Not betting advice.

Recent form

EsteghlalWLLWL
Al SaddLDDDL

Most likely scorelines

1-112.5%
0-110.7%
1-08.9%
1-28.8%
0-07.6%
0-27.5%
Team strength rating
Esteghlal
47
Al Sadd
47

Expected goals

1.17Esteghlal
xG
1.41Al Sadd
Over 2.5 goals48%
Both teams to score52%

Match DNA

AttackDefenseFormStrengthH2HVenue
Esteghlal Al Sadd

Key points

Betting angles

MarketPickOddsAssessment
1X2Al Sadd win2.07Fair (-2.5%)
Double chanceAl Sadd or drawInfo

Assessments compare our model probability with the bookmaker odds. A positive edge means our model rates the pick higher than the market implies — model disagreement, not proven value. Not betting advice.

Scoreline probability matrix

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Each cell shows the probability (%) of that exact scoreline (home goals down the side, away goals across the top). Computed from a Poisson model on expected goals.

Full analysis

The model puts Esteghlal at 29%. The model puts the draw at 28%. The model puts Al Sadd at 43%. The model's most likely scoreline is 0-1.

The market leans toward Al Sadd. Esteghlal is priced at 3.6. The draw is priced at 3.4. Al Sadd is priced at 2.07.

Esteghlal have won 2 of the head-to-head meetings. Al Sadd have won 2 of the head-to-head meetings. The sides have drawn 3 of their head-to-head meetings.

Esteghlal have 2 wins in their last 5 matches. Al Sadd have 0 wins in their last 5 matches.

The model gives 52% for both teams to score. The model gives 48% for over 2.5 goals.

This prediction is a statistical analysis, not a guarantee. Higher confidence means the signals agree more strongly, but football is unpredictable. Always bet responsibly.

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Frequently asked questions

Who is the favourite, Esteghlal or Al Sadd?

Our model rates Al Sadd as the most likely outcome at 43% probability.

What's a likely scoreline for Esteghlal vs Al Sadd?

A scoreline around 0-1 fits our analysis, as a pointer, not a certainty.

What's the head-to-head record?

In the last 7 meetings: 2 Esteghlal wins, 3 draws, 2 Al Sadd wins.

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Odds movement

3.783.332.872.421.97
Home 3.60 Draw 3.40 Away 2.07

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