Al-Nassr vs Al-Ettifaq – Pre-Match Analysis
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Poisson model favours Al-Nassr (45%) — form and H2H data both point in the same direction as Al-Nassr face Al-Ettifaq.
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Fixture Analysis
It is a Pro League clash, Regular Season - 20 as Al-Nassr welcome Al-Ettifaq to King Saud University Stadium. Kick-off is set for Thursday 18 February 2027 at 19:00 UTC.
Recent Form
Across all Pro League games this season, Al-Nassr have gone 7W 2D 1L from 10 outings — a 2.30 PPG return. Last five: W L W D W. They are averaging 2.40 goals per game — a high-scoring output that makes them a genuine attacking threat in any fixture. 3 clean sheets from 10 outings provides some defensive foundation. Both teams have scored in 70% of their games — a high BTTS rate that carries real weight in the goals markets. This season is still relatively young for Al-Nassr, so this record blends games from this season and last.
In front of their own supporters this season, Al-Nassr have posted 9W 1D 0L at King Saud University Stadium — 2.80 PPG. They are averaging 2.40 goals per home game — a prolific scoring rate in front of their own fans. 5 clean sheets from 10 home games (50%) — they are an exceptionally hard side to score against at King Saud University Stadium. Their home PPG of 2.80 is noticeably stronger than their overall 2.30 — Al-Nassr are significantly better at King Saud University Stadium than their overall form suggests.
Al-Ettifaq — All Games: 4W 4D 2L from 10 Pro League fixtures this season — 1.60 PPG. Last five: W D D D W. Their scoring rate of 1.40 per game is modest, conceding 1.30 — 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 Al-Ettifaq, so this record blends games from this season and last.
Al-Ettifaq's form when playing away from home: 5W 2D 3L across 10 road games this term (1.70 PPG). Away from home they average 1.60 goals scored and 1.00 conceded per game. 4 clean sheets from 10 away games (40%) shows they are capable of shutting up shop on the road.
On current form, Al-Nassr have the edge — a 0.70 PPG advantage (2.30 vs 1.60) represents a meaningful gap. That momentum makes them the form-based pick, though if the outright price looks short, Draw No Bet is worth comparing.
H2H
The historical ledger comes down firmly in favour of Al-Nassr: 5 wins from 10 previous clashes against 2 for Al-Ettifaq, with 3 draws across those contests.
The 10 previous encounters between these sides have been high-scoring affairs — 3.2 goals per contest on average. Historical precedent backs the Over 2.5 goals market. The most recent clash, on 25 Aug 2026, ended 3–2 with Al-Nassr winning.
From a betting standpoint, the H2H backs both Al-Nassr and goals. The home side's 5 wins from 10 meetings, combined with an average of 3.2 goals per game, gives the home win and Over 2.5 combination a historically grounded case.
In-Play Data
Al-Nassr trading profile (42 games, 21 at home): they score before half-time in 76% of fixtures in home games; when goalless at HT, a second-half goal follows 100% of the time; two or more arrive in the second half on 86% of those occasions; they lead at the break 62% of the time; BTTS occurs in 52% of their matches (home games); Over 2.5 goals lands in 67% of games (home games); Over 3.5 in 45%; they keep a clean sheet 48% of the time.
Al-Ettifaq trading profile (42 games, 21 at away): they score before half-time in 76% of fixtures in away games; when goalless at HT, a second-half goal follows 69% of the time; BTTS occurs in 48% of their matches (away games); Over 2.5 goals lands in 52% of games (away games); Over 3.5 in 45%.
BTTS rates are mixed from the trading data — Al-Nassr 52% versus Al-Ettifaq 52%; no strong lean in either direction. The over/under 2.5 picture is inconclusive from the in-play data (Al-Nassr 69% | Al-Ettifaq 55%).
Poisson Model
The Poisson distribution model projects Al-Nassr 1.51 xG and Al-Ettifaq 1.03 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 1.340 / defence 0.720 | Al-Ettifaq attack 1.030 / defence 0.805. League average goals — home 1.399 / away 1.388. Al-Nassr carry an above-average attack strength of 1.340 — their λ of 1.51 reflects genuine attacking quality above the league norm. Al-Nassr's defence rating of 0.720 is below average — the home backline is amplifying the visitor's projected output. Data: 42 Al-Nassr games / 43 Al-Ettifaq games used (CurrentSeason).
Result probabilities: Al-Nassr 45% | Draw 33% | Al-Ettifaq 22%. Fair-value odds: Al-Nassr 2.22 | Draw 3.03 | Al-Ettifaq 4.55. Al-Nassr hold a narrow Poisson edge at 45% — the draw (33%) is close enough to merit draw-inclusive market consideration.
Goals markets: Over 2.5 probability 47% | BTTS probability 54% | Total xG 2.54. Over/Under 2.5 is close to a coin-flip at 47%/53% — the total xG of 2.54 sits near the 2.5 margin; this is a low-edge market from a Poisson standpoint. BTTS probability of 54% is moderate — neither team is projected to score with enough certainty to make Yes a clear standalone call.
Analysis Verdict
On the Poisson output, Al-Nassr are the pick at 45% — moderate model lean. Current-season form corroborates the Poisson lean — partial multi-source support. With a 33% draw probability, Draw No Bet on Al-Nassr offers a more defensible entry point than the straight win.
On the goals line, Poisson's 2.54 combined xG gives a 47% probability to Under 2.5 — Poisson-only — limited corroboration — though H2H averaging only 3.2 goals per meeting points in the other direction.
Poisson assigns a 54% probability to BTTS Yes based on the attack/defence strength model. Form rates are neutral: Al-Nassr 50% | Al-Ettifaq 40%.
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💡 Key Insights
🏟️ Match Context
• Fixture: Al-Nassr vs Al-Ettifaq | Competition: Pro League, Regular Season - 20 | Venue: King Saud University Stadium • Kick-off: Thursday 18 Feb 2027, 19:00 UTC • Data inputs: H2H history, form splits, prediction model signals, and market pricing
📊 Statistical Prediction
• Poisson result probabilities: Al-Nassr 45% | Draw 33% | Al-Ettifaq 22% • Poisson goal markets: Over 2.5 47% | BTTS 54% | xG Al-Nassr 1.51 / Al-Ettifaq 1.03 • Poisson strength factors: Al-Nassr attack 1.340 / def 0.720 | Al-Ettifaq attack 1.030 / def 0.805 | league avg home 1.399 / away 1.388 • Poisson stance: Al-Nassr (45%) — moderate lean
🧮 Prediction Model
1.51
Al-Nassr xG
Expected Goals
1.03
Al-Ettifaq xG
54%
BTTS
76%
Over 1.5
47%
Over 2.5
25%
Over 3.5
Full score-by-score matrix & model internals in the "Full Poisson Detail" section below ↓
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What time does Al-Nassr vs Al-Ettifaq kick off?
Al-Nassr vs Al-Ettifaq is scheduled to kick off at 19:00 on Thursday 18 February 2027 at King Saud University Stadium.
Where is Al-Nassr vs Al-Ettifaq being played?
The match is being played at King Saud University Stadium.
What competition is Al-Nassr vs Al-Ettifaq part of?
Al-Nassr vs Al-Ettifaq is a Regular Season - 20 fixture in the Pro League (Saudi-Arabia).
Who is favourite to win Al-Nassr vs Al-Ettifaq?
Our statistical model gives Al-Nassr a 45% chance of winning, Al-Ettifaq a 22% chance, and a 33% chance of a draw — making Al-Nassr the favourite.
Will both teams score in Al-Nassr vs Al-Ettifaq?
Our model estimates a 54% probability that both Al-Nassr and Al-Ettifaq will score (BTTS).
Will Al-Nassr vs Al-Ettifaq have over 2.5 goals?
Our model puts the probability of over 2.5 goals in this match at 47%.
What is the head-to-head record between Al-Nassr and Al-Ettifaq?
Record (10 meetings): Al-Nassr 5W | Draws 3 | Al-Ettifaq 2W.
What form are Al-Nassr and Al-Ettifaq in?
Al-Nassr (all comps): 7W-2D-1L in 10 | 2.30 PPG | GF 2.40 / GA 0.90 | L5 W-L-W-D-W. Al-Ettifaq (all comps): 4W-4D-2L in 10 | 1.60 PPG | GF 1.40 / GA 1.30 | L5 W-D-D-D-W.
🧮 Model Insight
How the Model Works This Match
The model rates Al-Nassr's attack at 1.34x the league average against Al-Ettifaq's defence at 0.81x — combine the two and it projects 1.51 expected goals for the hosts. The same calculation in reverse, Al-Ettifaq's attack versus Al-Nassr's defence, projects 1.03 expected goals for the visitors.
These ratings are built from 42/43 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 13.9% — still a long way from a near-certainty, which says something about how open this one is on paper. Close behind: 1-0 (10.3%), 0-0 (9.5%). Those top three scorelines alone account for 34% of the model's total probability mass — a relatively concentrated, predictable distribution for this fixture.
Most Likely Outcome
Al-Nassr Win
45%
2.24
33%
3.01
22%
4.51
Top 3 Most Likely Scorelines
1 – 1
12.3%
Draw
Most likely
1 – 0
11.9%
Home win
2 – 1
9.3%
Home win
Expected Goals & Win Odds
1.51
Al-Nassr xG
Total xG
2.54
1.03
Al-Ettifaq xG
2.24
45%
Home win
3.01
33%
Draw
4.51
22%
Away win
Goals Markets
72%
Over 1.5
1.39
28%
Under 1.5
3.57
47%
Over 2.5
2.13
53%
Under 2.5
1.89
25%
Over 3.5
4.00
75%
Under 3.5
1.33
11%
Over 4.5
9.09
89%
Under 4.5
1.12
Match Markets
Both Teams to Score
54%
BTTS Yes
1.86
46%
BTTS No
2.16
Clean Sheet
36%
2.80
22%
4.52
Win to Nil
16%
6.27
5%
20.38
Score Probability Matrix (%)
| H \ A | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 7.9 | 8.1 | 4.2 | 1.4 | 0.4 | 0.1 |
| 1 | 11.9 | 12.3 | 6.3 | 2.2 | 0.6 | 0.1 |
| 2 | 9.0 | 9.3 | 4.8 | 1.6 | 0.4 | 0.1 |
| 3 | 4.5 | 4.7 | 2.4 | 0.8 | 0.2 | – |
| 4 | 1.7 | 1.8 | 0.9 | 0.3 | 0.1 | – |
| 5 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.3 | 0.1 | – | – |
Green = home win · Grey = draw · Amber = away win · Outlined cell = most likely score
▶ Model Internals
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the most likely scoreline for Al-Nassr vs Al-Ettifaq?
Our Poisson model rates 1-1 as the single most likely exact scoreline, at 13.9%.
How many goals are Al-Nassr and Al-Ettifaq expected to score?
The model projects 1.51 expected goals for Al-Nassr and 1.03 for Al-Ettifaq, a combined total of 2.54.
How confident is the prediction model for Al-Nassr vs Al-Ettifaq?
Not very — the model's leading outcome sits at just 45%, meaning this is rated as a genuinely open contest with no dominant favourite.
📈 Form Insight
Form at a Glance
Al-Nassr's recent record stands at 34W 3D 5L from 42 games, a 2.50 PPG return, with W-L-W-D-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.
Al-Ettifaq, meanwhile, have gone 17W 11D 14L across 42 games — 1.48 PPG, with W-D-D-D-W in their last five. The sample for Al-Ettifaq 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 1.02 — a real, if not enormous, edge over Al-Ettifaq heading into this one.
Venue Form
At home specifically, Al-Nassr have managed 19W 1D 1L from 21 games — 2.76 PPG in front of their own supporters.
Al-Ettifaq's away record stands at 10W 3D 8L across 21 trips, a 1.57 PPG haul.
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.
Goals in Recent Form
Al-Nassr are averaging 2.62 goals scored and 0.83 conceded per game recently; Al-Ettifaq are on 1.48 scored and 1.57 conceded.
Defensively: Al-Nassr have kept a clean sheet in 48% of their games — worth knowing if you're weighing up clean-sheet or BTTS-No markets.
Last 42 Results — Pro League
Current season: same league only · Previous season: all leagues (covers promoted/relegated teams)
Al-Nassr
Blended
Al-Ettifaq
Blended
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What form are Al-Nassr and Al-Ettifaq in coming into this match?
Al-Nassr have gone 34W 3D 5L in their last 42 games (2.50 PPG), while Al-Ettifaq have gone 17W 11D 14L in their last 42 (1.48 PPG).
Which team has the better venue record — Al-Nassr at home or Al-Ettifaq away?
Al-Nassr's home record (2.76 PPG) is the stronger of the two venue-specific splits — Al-Nassr at home: 2.76 PPG; Al-Ettifaq away: 1.57 PPG.
Have Al-Nassr or Al-Ettifaq been keeping clean sheets recently?
Al-Nassr have kept a clean sheet in 48% of their recent games, Al-Ettifaq in 31%.
⚔️ Rivalry Insight
Fixture History
10 meetings separate these sides on the data we hold, the series stretching back to March 2022. Every recorded meeting has come in Pro League. The two were last together as recently as 25 August 2026, so this form is fresh in the memory.
Streaks & Records
There's a clear current trend here: Al-Nassr have taken the last 2 head-to-head results.
The biggest gap between the sides came on 20 Sep 2024, when Al-Nassr won 0-3 — the largest margin of victory on record between these two.
Al-Nassr's record when hosting Al-Ettifaq specifically: 3W 0D 1L from 4 games — a narrower, venue-specific slice of the head-to-head picture.
Last 10 Meetings
5
Al-Nassr
3
Draws
2
Al-Ettifaq
Recent Meetings
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the head-to-head record between Al-Nassr and Al-Ettifaq?
From 10 meetings on record, Al-Nassr have won 5, Al-Ettifaq have won 2, and 3 have been drawn.
When did Al-Nassr and Al-Ettifaq last play each other?
They last met on 25 August 2026, when Al-Ettifaq 2-3 Al-Nassr.
Who has won more matches between Al-Nassr and Al-Ettifaq?
Al-Nassr have the better head-to-head record, with 5 wins from 10 meetings.
📈 Trading Insight
First-Half Patterns
Al-Nassr are typically involved in an early goal — the half-time board shows at least one in 76% of their matches. They've gone in front at half-time 67% of the time.
Al-Ettifaq are typically involved in an early goal — the half-time board shows at least one in 76% of their matches. They've also shown some fight from behind, salvaging a draw or win after trailing at half-time in 14% of those situations.
Full-Time Trends
BTTS sits in mixed territory for this pairing — Al-Nassr 52%, Al-Ettifaq 48% — no strong lean either way from the trading data alone.
Over 2.5 has been close to a coin-flip for both sides — 67% (Al-Nassr) and 52% (Al-Ettifaq). Stepping up a level, Over 3.5 has also landed reasonably often — 33% and 43% respectively — worth a look for goal-hungry markets.
On the defensive side: Al-Nassr keep a clean sheet in 48% of their matches.
Current season: same league only. Previous season: all leagues (covers promoted/relegated teams). All = any venue | Venue = Al-Nassr home games / Al-Ettifaq 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 Al-Ettifaq?
Not especially — both teams scoring has occurred in only 52% of Al-Nassr's recent matches and 48% of Al-Ettifaq's, a rate that leans toward BTTS No.
Is Al-Nassr vs Al-Ettifaq usually a high-scoring fixture?
Recent trends suggest it could be — Over 2.5 goals has landed in 67% of Al-Nassr's matches and 52% of Al-Ettifaq's.
Do Al-Nassr and Al-Ettifaq tend to score early?
Al-Nassr have had a goal before half-time in 76% of their recent matches, Al-Ettifaq in 76% — a useful reference point for first-half goal markets.
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