Al-Nassr 2-1 Abha – Result & Analysis
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Poisson model rates Al-Nassr at 59%, yet other data sources diverge — this Al-Nassr vs Abha fixture contains genuine analytical tension.
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Pre-Match Analysis
Al-Nassr and Abha meet at Mrsool Park in Pro League, Regular Season - 22. This fixture gets under way on Saturday 26 February 2022 at 14:25 UTC.
Form & Momentum
Al-Nassr have collected 2.40 PPG across 10 Pro League outings this season: 8W 0D 2L. Last five: W W W L W. They are averaging 2.10 goals per game — a high-scoring output that makes them a genuine attacking threat in any fixture. 5 clean sheets from 10 games (50%) is a standout defensive return — they are keeping their net clean in more than half their matches. This season is still relatively young for Al-Nassr, so this record blends games from this season and last.
At home at Mrsool Park, Al-Nassr have gone 6W 1D 2L this season (9 games, 2.11 PPG). They are averaging 2.33 goals per home game — a prolific scoring rate in front of their own fans. BTTS has landed in 67% of their home matches — a rate that supports the Yes angle in this fixture.
Abha's overall Pro League record this term: 5W 3D 2L from 10 games (1.80 PPG). Last five: W W L W L. Their scoring rate of 1.20 per game is modest, conceding 1.10 — not a side to back heavily on the Over 2.5 from their form alone. 4 clean sheets in 10 outings (40%) underlines their defensive solidity. This season is still relatively young for Abha, so this record blends games from this season and last.
Abha's away record: 2W 2D 6L from 10 road trips in Pro League this season (0.80 PPG). Away from home they average 0.80 goals scored and 1.80 conceded per game. Their away PPG of 0.80 is notably below their overall 1.80 — form away from home has been a clear weakness this season.
Form favours the hosts. Al-Nassr's 2.40 PPG return is 0.60 points per game ahead of Abha's 1.80 — a genuine gap in recent results that provides a statistically grounded case for backing the home side.
Head-to-Head
Neither side has dominated this fixture. The last 1 head-to-head meetings have produced 1 wins for Al-Nassr, 0 for Abha and 0 draws — an even split that leaves the H2H largely neutral as a betting input.
Attacking output has been a hallmark of this fixture. At 4.0 goals per game across 1 meetings, the Over 2.5 has a statistically grounded case from the head-to-head record alone. The most recent clash, on 30 Sep 2021, ended 3–1 with Al-Nassr winning.
With the win record balanced, the strongest H2H-derived signal is in the goals market. At 4.0 goals per game historically, Over 2.5 is the cleaner angle to extract from the head-to-head data.
Trading
Al-Nassr half-time and goal-timing data (21 games, 9 at home): they score before half-time in 78% of fixtures in home games; when goalless at HT, a second-half goal follows 100% of the time; they lead at the break 52% of the time; BTTS occurs in 67% of their matches (home games); Over 2.5 goals lands in 78% of games (home games); Over 3.5 in 38%.
Abha half-time and goal-timing data (21 games, 9 at away): they score before half-time in 89% of fixtures in away games; when goalless at HT, a second-half goal follows 80% of the time; BTTS occurs in 44% of their matches (away games); Over 2.5 goals lands in 33% of games (away games).
BTTS rates are mixed from the trading data — Al-Nassr 57% versus Abha 57%; no strong lean in either direction. The over/under 2.5 picture is inconclusive from the in-play data (Al-Nassr 62% | Abha 48%).
Poisson Model
The Poisson distribution model projects Al-Nassr 2.08 xG and Abha 1.12 xG. These expected goals figures are the primary input: they feed a goal-probability matrix across all scoreline combinations to derive the result and market probabilities below. Underlying strength ratings: Al-Nassr attack 1.364 / defence 1.140 | Abha attack 0.824 / defence 1.314. League average goals — home 1.164 / away 1.195. Al-Nassr carry an above-average attack strength of 1.364 — their λ of 2.08 reflects genuine attacking quality above the league norm. Abha bring a strong defensive rating of 1.314 — this is suppressing Al-Nassr's projected output below what their attack strength alone would suggest. Data: 21 Al-Nassr games / 21 Abha games used (CurrentSeason).
Result probabilities: Al-Nassr 59% | Draw 22% | Abha 19%. Fair-value odds: Al-Nassr 1.69 | Draw 4.55 | Abha 5.26. The model has a clear lean to Al-Nassr (59%) — a 40pp gap over the next-most-likely outcome reflects a meaningful statistical advantage.
Goals markets: Over 2.5 probability 62% | BTTS probability 60% | Total xG 3.21. Over 2.5 holds a meaningful probability edge at 62% — the 3.21 total xG provides moderate support, though the model is not projecting a high-scoring game. BTTS Yes at 60% reflects that both xG figures (2.08 / 1.12) are above the threshold where scoring blanks become the primary outcome — both sides are projected to find the net.
Verdict
The Poisson model's primary lean is Al-Nassr at 59% — clear model lean. Current-season form corroborates the Poisson lean — partial multi-source support. Draw No Bet is worth pricing alongside the outright: 22% draw probability makes the stalemate a live outcome even at this conviction level.
On the goals line, Poisson's 3.21 combined xG gives a 62% probability to Over 2.5 — reasonable, supported by form averaging 3.0 goals per game.
The Poisson model's BTTS call is Yes at 60%. Form rates corroborate: Al-Nassr 67% | Abha 50% BTTS from recent games.
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💡 Key Insights
🏟️ Match Context
• Fixture: Al-Nassr vs Abha | Competition: Pro League, Regular Season - 22 | Venue: Mrsool Park • Kick-off: Saturday 26 Feb 2022, 14:25 UTC • Data inputs: H2H history, form splits, prediction model signals, and market pricing
📊 Statistical Prediction
• Poisson result probabilities: Al-Nassr 59% | Draw 22% | Abha 19% • Poisson goal markets: Over 2.5 62% | BTTS 60% | xG Al-Nassr 2.08 / Abha 1.12 • Poisson strength factors: Al-Nassr attack 1.364 / def 1.140 | Abha attack 0.824 / def 1.314 | league avg home 1.164 / away 1.195 • Poisson stance: Al-Nassr (59%) — strong lean
🧮 Prediction Model
2.08
Al-Nassr xG
Expected Goals
1.12
Abha xG
60%
BTTS
84%
Over 1.5
62%
Over 2.5
40%
Over 3.5
Full score-by-score matrix & model internals in the "Full Poisson Detail" section below ↓
⚠️ This analysis is generated algorithmically from statistical data and is intended for informational purposes only. It does not constitute betting advice. Please gamble responsibly.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What time does Al-Nassr vs Abha kick off?
Al-Nassr vs Abha kicked off at 14:25 on Saturday 26 February 2022 at Mrsool Park.
What was the final score in Al-Nassr vs Abha?
Al-Nassr 2 - 1 Abha.
Where is Al-Nassr vs Abha being played?
The match is being played at Mrsool Park.
What competition is Al-Nassr vs Abha part of?
Al-Nassr vs Abha is a Regular Season - 22 fixture in the Pro League (Saudi-Arabia).
Who is favourite to win Al-Nassr vs Abha?
Our statistical model gives Al-Nassr a 59% chance of winning, Abha a 19% chance, and a 22% chance of a draw — making Al-Nassr the favourite.
Will both teams score in Al-Nassr vs Abha?
Our model estimates a 60% probability that both Al-Nassr and Abha will score (BTTS).
Will Al-Nassr vs Abha have over 2.5 goals?
Our model puts the probability of over 2.5 goals in this match at 62%.
What is the head-to-head record between Al-Nassr and Abha?
Record (1 meetings): Al-Nassr 1W | Draws 0 | Abha 0W.
What form are Al-Nassr and Abha in?
Al-Nassr (all comps): 8W-0D-2L in 10 | 2.40 PPG | GF 2.10 / GA 1.00 | L5 W-W-W-L-W. Abha (all comps): 5W-3D-2L in 10 | 1.80 PPG | GF 1.20 / GA 1.10 | L5 W-W-L-W-L.
🧮 Model Insight
Behind the Numbers
The model rates Al-Nassr's attack at 1.36x the league average against Abha's defence at 1.31x — combine the two and it projects 2.08 expected goals for the hosts. Flip it around — Abha's attack (0.82x) against Al-Nassr's defence (1.14x) — and the away total comes out at 1.12.
These ratings are built from 21/21 games of current-season data — a full enough sample to trust.
Scoreline Breakdown
Of every possible scoreline, 1-1 carries the highest individual probability at 10.7% — still a long way from a near-certainty, which says something about how open this one is on paper. Close behind: 2-1 (9.9%), 2-0 (8.8%). Together the top three scorelines make up 29% of the probability — a moderately spread distribution, typical of a competitive match-up.
Most Likely Outcome
Al-Nassr Win
59%
1.71
22%
4.46
19%
5.28
Top 3 Most Likely Scorelines
2 – 1
9.9%
Home win
Most likely
1 – 1
9.5%
Draw
2 – 0
8.8%
Home win
Expected Goals & Win Odds
2.08
Al-Nassr xG
Total xG
3.21
1.12
Abha xG
1.71
59%
Home win
4.46
22%
Draw
5.28
19%
Away win
Goals Markets
83%
Over 1.5
1.20
17%
Under 1.5
5.88
62%
Over 2.5
1.61
38%
Under 2.5
2.63
40%
Over 3.5
2.50
60%
Under 3.5
1.67
22%
Over 4.5
4.55
78%
Under 4.5
1.28
Match Markets
Both Teams to Score
60%
BTTS Yes
1.67
40%
BTTS No
2.50
Clean Sheet
33%
3.07
12%
8.04
Win to Nil
19%
5.24
2%
42.47
Score Probability Matrix (%)
| H \ A | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 4.0 | 4.5 | 2.5 | 1.0 | 0.3 | 0.1 |
| 1 | 8.4 | 9.5 | 5.3 | 2.0 | 0.6 | 0.1 |
| 2 | 8.8 | 9.9 | 5.5 | 2.1 | 0.6 | 0.1 |
| 3 | 6.1 | 6.9 | 3.9 | 1.4 | 0.4 | 0.1 |
| 4 | 3.2 | 3.6 | 2.0 | 0.8 | 0.2 | – |
| 5 | 1.3 | 1.5 | 0.8 | 0.3 | 0.1 | – |
Green = home win · Grey = draw · Amber = away win · White ring = most likely score
▶ Model Internals
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the most likely scoreline for Al-Nassr vs Abha?
Our Poisson model rates 1-1 as the single most likely exact scoreline, at 10.7%.
How many goals are Al-Nassr and Abha expected to score?
The model projects 2.08 expected goals for Al-Nassr and 1.12 for Abha, a combined total of 3.21.
How confident is the prediction model for Al-Nassr vs Abha?
Reasonably confident — the model's leading outcome is rated at 59%, a clear lean rather than a toss-up.
📈 Form Insight
The Form Picture
Al-Nassr's recent record stands at 13W 2D 6L from 21 games, a 1.95 PPG return, with W-W-W-L-W in the last five. The sample for Al-Nassr is still a mix of this season and last, given how young the current campaign is.
Abha, meanwhile, have gone 8W 4D 9L across 21 games — 1.33 PPG, with W-W-L-W-L in their last five. The sample for Abha is still a mix of this season and last, given how young the current campaign is.
The points-per-game comparison favours Al-Nassr by 0.62 — a real, if not enormous, edge over Abha heading into this one.
Home & Away Splits
At home specifically, Al-Nassr have managed 6W 1D 2L from 9 games — 2.11 PPG in front of their own supporters.
Abha's away record stands at 2W 2D 5L across 9 trips, a 0.89 PPG haul. That's a step down from their 1.33 PPG overall record — away form has been the weaker part of Abha's season.
Comparing the two in their relevant venue splits, Al-Nassr come out ahead — a more targeted read than the overall PPG figures above, since it strips out games played in the opposite context.
Scoring & Defensive Trends
Al-Nassr are averaging 1.86 goals scored and 1.14 conceded per game recently; Abha are on 1.10 scored and 1.57 conceded.
Last 21 Results — Pro League
Current season: same league only · Previous season: all leagues (covers promoted/relegated teams)
Al-Nassr
Blended
Abha
Blended
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What form are Al-Nassr and Abha in coming into this match?
Al-Nassr have gone 13W 2D 6L in their last 21 games (1.95 PPG), while Abha have gone 8W 4D 9L in their last 21 (1.33 PPG).
Which team has the better venue record — Al-Nassr at home or Abha away?
Al-Nassr's home record (2.11 PPG) is the stronger of the two venue-specific splits — Al-Nassr at home: 2.11 PPG; Abha away: 0.89 PPG.
⚔️ Rivalry Insight
History of the Fixture
On record, these two have faced off 6 times since September 2021 — enough meetings to establish some real patterns. Every recorded meeting has come in Pro League. It has been a while since the last meeting — 2 April 2024, some 2 years back — so squads and form on both sides may look very different now.
Records & Recent Trends
For context on how one-sided this fixture can get: Al-Nassr won 0-8 on 2 Apr 2024, the biggest margin either side has managed in the series.
Specifically as hosts in this fixture, Al-Nassr have gone 2W 1D 0L from 3 meetings on their own ground against Abha — worth weighing alongside the overall series record.
Last 6 Meetings
5
Al-Nassr
1
Draws
0
Abha
Recent Meetings
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the head-to-head record between Al-Nassr and Abha?
From 6 meetings on record, Al-Nassr have won 5, Abha have won 0, and 1 have been drawn.
When did Al-Nassr and Abha last play each other?
They last met on 2 April 2024, when Abha 0-8 Al-Nassr.
Who has won more matches between Al-Nassr and Abha?
Al-Nassr have the better head-to-head record, with 5 wins from 6 meetings.
📈 Trading Insight
How These Sides Start
Al-Nassr are typically involved in an early goal — the half-time board shows at least one in 78% of their matches. They've gone in front at half-time 56% of the time.
Abha are typically involved in an early goal — the half-time board shows at least one in 89% of their matches. They've gone in front at half-time 44% of the time, though they've let that lead slip 22% of the time they've held it — worth watching if they're only ahead by one.
Goals & Clean Sheets
BTTS sits in mixed territory for this pairing — Al-Nassr 67%, Abha 44% — no strong lean either way from the trading data alone.
Over 2.5 has been close to a coin-flip for both sides — 78% (Al-Nassr) and 33% (Abha). Stepping up a level, Over 3.5 has also landed reasonably often — 67% and 22% respectively — worth a look for goal-hungry markets.
On the defensive side: Abha in 44%.
Current season: same league only. Previous season: all leagues (covers promoted/relegated teams). All = any venue | Venue = Al-Nassr home games / Abha away games. HT metrics require half-time score data — shown as — where unavailable.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Do both teams usually score when Al-Nassr play Abha?
Yes — based on recent matches, both teams have scored in 67% of Al-Nassr's games and 44% of Abha's, a combined rate that favours BTTS Yes.
Is Al-Nassr vs Abha usually a high-scoring fixture?
Recent trends suggest it could be — Over 2.5 goals has landed in 78% of Al-Nassr's matches and 33% of Abha's.
Do Al-Nassr and Abha tend to score early?
Al-Nassr have had a goal before half-time in 78% of their recent matches, Abha in 89% — a useful reference point for first-half goal markets.
Prediction vindicated as Al-Nassr edge out Abha 2-1.
📝 Match Report
How It Unfolded
Al-Nassr beat Abha 2-1 at Mrsool Park, Regular Season - 22, in the Pro League. The remainder of the report sets that outcome against the pre-match model, the markets and the teams' data profiles.
The Model vs The Result
The Poisson model went into this projecting Al-Nassr 2.08 xG and Abha 1.12 xG, a combined 3.21. The scoreboard read 2-1 for 3 actual goals. Both sides finished within a goal of their individual projections, so the scoreline sat close to the model's expected shape. Those figures were built on strength ratings of Al-Nassr attack 1.36 / defence 1.14 against Abha attack 0.82 / defence 1.31, drawn from 21/21 games (CurrentSeason).
On the result, the model split it Al-Nassr 59% | Draw 22% | Abha 19%, with Al-Nassr to win its most likely call at 59%. The result followed the model's preferred path, landing its top-rated outcome.
Goals & Markets
The model rated Over 2.5 goals at 62%. The game delivered 3, so it went over — in line with the projection. Over 1.5 had been 84% and landed. On both teams to score, the model sat at 60% and the match saw both sides score — another call in the model's favour. Historically the two sides average 55% Over 2.5 across their same-competition games (Al-Nassr 62%, Abha 48%), a base rate that agreed with today's over. Their combined BTTS history runs at 57%, which matched the both-scored outcome.
Trading Patterns vs Reality
Al-Nassr's trading profile (21 games, 9 home) set some clear expectations: BTTS lands in 57% of their matches — today it did.
Abha's trading profile (21 games, 9 away) set some clear expectations: BTTS lands in 57% of their matches — today it did.
Form vs Result
On form, Al-Nassr arrived the stronger side — 1.95 PPG against 1.33. Form held, and they took the win.
Verdict
Grading the result against the stored data, 4 of 4 pre-match signals came in: result (hit), Over 2.5 (hit), BTTS (hit), form (hit). A strong night for the model: the result sat comfortably inside what the pre-match data projected.
💡 Key Insights
⚠️ This match report is generated algorithmically from the final score, our prediction model, and each team's historical form and trading data. Analysis is for informational purposes only.