Al-Shahaniya SC vs Al-Sadd SC Prediction: The hosts cannot stop Al-Sadd

In the 18th round of the Qatar Stars League, Al-Sadd SC will take on Al-Shahaniya at the Ahmed Bin Ali Stadium. Al-Shahaniya is currently in 7th place in the league table with a good record and performance in their last 5 league games, while Al-Sadd SC is steadily keeping up with four consecutive league victories in their last four league games. The first time they met, Al-Sadd stole the show with a 4-2 victory. Al-Sadd still happens to be our favorite team for the victory, but I must say that the best bet here is on goals. Let’s analyze both teams’ forms, their key stats, and my expert opinion.

Al-Shahaniya SC (7th)

Form in the League: LWWWW

What an amazing feat it has been for Shahaniya as they've secured four consecutive league victories and a loss in their last five league games. Their string of successes ended at the hands of Al-Duhail last week in a game that tested their strength and eventually ended in a 2-1 defeat. Before that defeat, Shahaniya had secured a 2-1 victory over Al-Khor, a 0-1 victory over Al-Wakrah, a 2-1 victory over Al-Rayyan, and a 3-2 win over Umm Salal. 

Now, they go up against another amazing team and one of the most decorated teams in the Qatar Stars League on Friday, and they must put on their best game if they intend to stand any chance. They are currently 7th placed in the league with 7 wins, 2 draws, and 8 losses from 17 games played. 

Al-Sadd SC (2nd)

Form in the League: WWWWL

Al-Sadd have now made it four consecutive league victories in their last four league games after their sensational 0-4 victory against Al-Gharafa in their last league game. Al-Sadd totally overpowered Gharafa in that game, with Rafa Mujica turning out to be the star of the game with his hat trick. They’ve been in sensational form with great attacking potential spearheaded by Akram Afif and Rafa Mujica, who have both scored 9 and 14 goals for Al-Sadd this season. 

Their AFC Champions League journey is also going well. The first leg of their knockout round game against Al-Wasl ended in a 1-1 draw, and they’ll be hoping to seal the deal in the return leg next week. Al-Sadd is currently 2nd in the league table with 12 wins, a draw, and 4 losses from the 17 games played. 

Head-To-Head Statistics

A critical look at their last 10 encounters produced 8 wins for Al-Sadd SC, a win for Al-Shahaniya SC, and a draw. 

Expert Betting Tips

Firstly, it’s important to note that it’s always a goal-scoring encounter whenever these teams meet as both teams have found the net in their last six 6 meetings, and there has also been a total of over 2.5 goals in their last 7 meetings. With their recent form and escapades on goals this season, we should see goals from both teams and a total of over 2.5 goals. 

Al-Sadd have consistently won their last 7 meetings against Shahaniya, and they’ve not suffered any losses to Shahaniya in their last 9 meetings. With consistently impressive performances throughout the league this season from both teams, there should be over 2.5 goals in this game. Lastly, regarding the match result, I believe Al-Sadd is well positioned for the victory as they are currently in superb form with greater attacking prospects upfront. After witnessing what they did to Al-Gharafa last week, I’d push for an Al-Sadd win or draw. 

• Both teams have found the net in their last 6 meetings
• There has been a total of over 2.5 goals in their last 7 meetings
• 7 consecutive wins for Al-Sadd in their last 7 meetings
• Al-Sadd has had no losses in their last 9 meetings

Our first prediction is a second half over 1.5 goals for 1.60 odds at 1xBet. 

Our second prediction is for Al-Sadd to win and a total of over 2.5 goals for 1.75 odds at Betway.

Our third prediction is for both teams to score and a total of over 2.5 goals for 1.72 odds at Bet365.