Ajman 2-1 Al-Dhafra – Result & Analysis
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Poisson rates Ajman at 66% — current form provides partial corroboration, though signals are mixed in this Ajman vs Al-Dhafra encounter.
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Analysis
Al-Dhafra make the trip to Ajman Stadium to face Ajman in Pro League, Regular Season - 24. The match kicks off on Monday 24 April 2023 at 15:00 UTC.
Form
Ajman (all games): 5W 3D 2L across 10 Pro League fixtures this term — 1.80 PPG. Last five: D D D W W. They are averaging 2.10 goals per game — a high-scoring output that makes them a genuine attacking threat in any fixture. However, 2.00 goals conceded per game is a concern — opposing attacks have exploited them regularly. 1 clean sheet from 10 outings provides some defensive foundation. Both teams have scored in 80% of their matches — an extremely high rate that makes BTTS Yes a well-supported standalone angle from their form alone. This season is still relatively young for Ajman, so this record blends games from this season and last.
Ajman at Ajman Stadium this season: 6W 2D 2L from 10 home games — 2.00 PPG on home soil. They are averaging 2.00 goals per home game — a prolific scoring rate in front of their own fans. Both teams have scored in 70% of their home games — an outstanding BTTS rate that is a key data point for this fixture.
Al-Dhafra's overall Pro League record this term: 0W 1D 9L from 10 games (0.10 PPG). Last five: D L L L L. Their scoring rate of 0.60 per game is modest, conceding 2.30 — not a side to back heavily on the Over 2.5 from their form alone. Conceding 2.30 per game is a high rate — their defensive vulnerabilities have been exposed regularly this season. This season is still relatively young for Al-Dhafra, so this record blends games from this season and last.
On the road, Al-Dhafra have gone 0W 1D 9L from 10 away fixtures this term (0.10 PPG). Away from home they average 0.80 goals scored and 2.70 conceded per game.
The form ledger tips toward Ajman. A 1.70 PPG lead over Al-Dhafra (1.80 vs 0.10) is a consistent enough margin to carry weight. If the win odds appear compressed, Draw No Bet offers draw insurance at a lower cost than a full switch to Double Chance.
H2H Analysis
The head-to-head record is closely matched — Ajman lead 1W to 2W over the last 3 encounters, with 0 draws, though neither side has established a commanding advantage.
The 3 previous meetings have averaged 2.7 goals per game — a neutral rate that provides no strong lean on the goals market from the H2H alone. The most recent clash, on 19 Dec 2022, ended 1–0 with Ajman winning.
The head-to-head offers no strong directional steer in either the result or goals markets. Form, the predictive model and current market pricing should carry more weight than the historical record for this fixture.
Trading & In-Play
Ajman — key trading statistics (49 games, 24 at home): they score before half-time in 75% of fixtures in home games; when goalless at HT, a second-half goal follows 83% of the time; BTTS occurs in 62% of their matches (home games); Over 2.5 goals lands in 54% of games (home games).
Al-Dhafra — key trading statistics (49 games, 24 at away): they score before half-time in 74% of fixtures in away games; when goalless at HT, a second-half goal follows 92% of the time; BTTS occurs in 42% of their matches (away games); Over 2.5 goals lands in 46% of games (away games); they fail to score in 47% of games.
BTTS rates are mixed from the trading data — Ajman 53% versus Al-Dhafra 51%; no strong lean in either direction. The over/under 2.5 picture is inconclusive from the in-play data (Ajman 55% | Al-Dhafra 51%).
Poisson Model
The Poisson distribution model projects Ajman 2.31 xG and Al-Dhafra 1.04 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: Ajman attack 1.266 / defence 1.018 | Al-Dhafra attack 0.710 / defence 1.192. League average goals — home 1.529 / away 1.440. Ajman carry an above-average attack strength of 1.266 — their λ of 2.31 reflects genuine attacking quality above the league norm. Data: 49 Ajman games / 49 Al-Dhafra games used (CurrentSeason).
Result probabilities: Ajman 66% | Draw 19% | Al-Dhafra 16%. Fair-value odds: Ajman 1.52 | Draw 5.26 | Al-Dhafra 6.25. The model has a clear lean to Ajman (66%) — a 50pp gap over the next-most-likely outcome reflects a meaningful statistical advantage.
Goals markets: Over 2.5 probability 65% | BTTS probability 58% | Total xG 3.35. Over 2.5 is the model's clear signal at 65% — a total xG of 3.35 means the expected score alone exceeds the 2.5 threshold, making the Over not just likely but structurally supported by both sides' attack/defence profiles. BTTS probability of 58% is moderate — neither team is projected to score with enough certainty to make Yes a clear standalone call.
Picks & Verdict
On the Poisson output, Ajman are the pick at 66% — clear model lean. Current-season form corroborates the Poisson lean — partial multi-source support. Draw No Bet is worth pricing alongside the outright: 19% draw probability makes the stalemate a live outcome even at this conviction level.
On the goals line, Poisson's 3.35 combined xG gives a 65% probability to Over 2.5 — reasonable, supported by form averaging 3.4 goals per game.
The Poisson model's BTTS call is Yes at 58%. Form rates corroborate: Ajman 70% | Al-Dhafra 40% BTTS from recent games.
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💡 Key Insights
🏟️ Match Context
• Fixture: Ajman vs Al-Dhafra | Competition: Pro League, Regular Season - 24 | Venue: Ajman Stadium • Kick-off: Monday 24 Apr 2023, 15:00 UTC • Data inputs: H2H history, form splits, prediction model signals, and market pricing
📊 Statistical Prediction
• Poisson result probabilities: Ajman 66% | Draw 19% | Al-Dhafra 16% • Poisson goal markets: Over 2.5 65% | BTTS 58% | xG Ajman 2.31 / Al-Dhafra 1.04 • Poisson strength factors: Ajman attack 1.266 / def 1.018 | Al-Dhafra attack 0.710 / def 1.192 | league avg home 1.529 / away 1.440 • Poisson stance: Ajman (66%) — strong lean
🧮 Prediction Model
2.31
Ajman xG
Expected Goals
1.04
Al-Dhafra xG
58%
BTTS
85%
Over 1.5
65%
Over 2.5
43%
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 Ajman vs Al-Dhafra kick off?
Ajman vs Al-Dhafra kicked off at 15:00 on Monday 24 April 2023 at Ajman Stadium.
What was the final score in Ajman vs Al-Dhafra?
Ajman 2 - 1 Al-Dhafra.
Where is Ajman vs Al-Dhafra being played?
The match is being played at Ajman Stadium.
What competition is Ajman vs Al-Dhafra part of?
Ajman vs Al-Dhafra is a Regular Season - 24 fixture in the Pro League (United-Arab-Emirates).
Who is favourite to win Ajman vs Al-Dhafra?
Our statistical model gives Ajman a 66% chance of winning, Al-Dhafra a 16% chance, and a 19% chance of a draw — making Ajman the favourite.
Will both teams score in Ajman vs Al-Dhafra?
Our model estimates a 58% probability that both Ajman and Al-Dhafra will score (BTTS).
Will Ajman vs Al-Dhafra have over 2.5 goals?
Our model puts the probability of over 2.5 goals in this match at 65%.
What is the head-to-head record between Ajman and Al-Dhafra?
Record (3 meetings): Ajman 1W | Draws 0 | Al-Dhafra 2W.
What form are Ajman and Al-Dhafra in?
Ajman (all comps): 5W-3D-2L in 10 | 1.80 PPG | GF 2.10 / GA 2.00 | L5 D-D-D-W-W. Al-Dhafra (all comps): 0W-1D-9L in 10 | 0.10 PPG | GF 0.60 / GA 2.30 | L5 D-L-L-L-L.
🧮 Model Insight
Where the Numbers Come From
Ajman's attacking strength (1.27x league average) is weighed against Al-Dhafra's defensive record (1.19x) to produce a home expected-goals figure of 2.31. Flip it around — Al-Dhafra's attack (0.71x) against Ajman's defence (1.02x) — and the away total comes out at 1.04.
These ratings are built from 49/49 games of current-season data — a full enough sample to trust.
Most Likely Scorelines
The model's single most probable exact score is 2-1, at 9.7%. Close behind: 1-1 (9.5%), 2-0 (9.3%). Together the top three scorelines make up 29% of the probability — a moderately spread distribution, typical of a competitive match-up.
Most Likely Outcome
Ajman Win
66%
1.52
19%
5.38
16%
6.37
Top 3 Most Likely Scorelines
2 – 1
9.7%
Home win
Most likely
2 – 0
9.3%
Home win
1 – 1
8.4%
Draw
Expected Goals & Win Odds
2.31
Ajman xG
Total xG
3.35
1.04
Al-Dhafra xG
1.52
66%
Home win
5.38
19%
Draw
6.37
16%
Away win
Goals Markets
85%
Over 1.5
1.18
15%
Under 1.5
6.67
65%
Over 2.5
1.54
35%
Under 2.5
2.86
43%
Over 3.5
2.33
57%
Under 3.5
1.75
25%
Over 4.5
4.00
75%
Under 4.5
1.33
Match Markets
Both Teams to Score
58%
BTTS Yes
1.72
42%
BTTS No
2.40
Clean Sheet
35%
2.83
10%
10.04
Win to Nil
23%
4.31
2%
64.02
Score Probability Matrix (%)
| H \ A | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 3.5 | 3.7 | 1.9 | 0.7 | 0.2 | – |
| 1 | 8.1 | 8.4 | 4.4 | 1.5 | 0.4 | 0.1 |
| 2 | 9.3 | 9.7 | 5.1 | 1.8 | 0.5 | 0.1 |
| 3 | 7.2 | 7.5 | 3.9 | 1.4 | 0.4 | 0.1 |
| 4 | 4.1 | 4.3 | 2.3 | 0.8 | 0.2 | – |
| 5 | 1.9 | 2.0 | 1.0 | 0.4 | 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 Ajman vs Al-Dhafra?
Our Poisson model rates 2-1 as the single most likely exact scoreline, at 9.7%.
How many goals are Ajman and Al-Dhafra expected to score?
The model projects 2.31 expected goals for Ajman and 1.04 for Al-Dhafra, a combined total of 3.35.
How confident is the prediction model for Ajman vs Al-Dhafra?
Reasonably confident — the model's leading outcome is rated at 66%, a clear lean rather than a toss-up.
📈 Form Insight
Recent Form Overview
Ajman come into this having played 49 games, going 22W 10D 17L for 1.55 points per game. Their last five reads D-D-D-W-W. The sample for Ajman is still a mix of this season and last, given how young the current campaign is.
On the other side, Al-Dhafra sit at 0.61 PPG from 49 outings (7W 9D 33L), a run that reads D-L-L-L-L across their last five. The sample for Al-Dhafra is still a mix of this season and last, given how young the current campaign is.
Ajman carry the stronger recent form of the two, 0.94 PPG clear of Al-Dhafra — worth weighing alongside whatever the head-to-head and market data say.
How They Fare by Venue
Ajman's home form reads 11W 7D 6L across 24 games on their own ground, a 1.67 PPG return.
Away from home, Al-Dhafra have taken 0.42 points per game from 24 outings (2W 4D 18L).
Comparing the two in their relevant venue splits, Ajman come out ahead — a more targeted read than the overall PPG figures above, since it strips out games played in the opposite context.
Attack vs Defence
Ajman are averaging 1.47 goals scored and 1.49 conceded per game recently; Al-Dhafra are on 0.94 scored and 1.98 conceded.
Last 49 Results — Pro League
Current season: same league only · Previous season: all leagues (covers promoted/relegated teams)
Ajman
Blended
Al-Dhafra
Blended
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What form are Ajman and Al-Dhafra in coming into this match?
Ajman have gone 22W 10D 17L in their last 49 games (1.55 PPG), while Al-Dhafra have gone 7W 9D 33L in their last 49 (0.61 PPG).
Which team has the better venue record — Ajman at home or Al-Dhafra away?
Ajman's home record (1.67 PPG) is the stronger of the two venue-specific splits — Ajman at home: 1.67 PPG; Al-Dhafra away: 0.42 PPG.
⚔️ Rivalry Insight
The Rivalry So Far
These sides have met 6 times that we have on record, stretching back to October 2021 — a rivalry that has played out across roughly 4 years. Every recorded meeting has come in Pro League. They last met on 24 April 2026, roughly 3 months ago.
Notable Numbers
For context on how one-sided this fixture can get: Al-Dhafra won 3-0 on 4 Apr 2022, the biggest margin either side has managed in the series.
Specifically as hosts in this fixture, Ajman have gone 1W 1D 1L from 3 meetings on their own ground against Al-Dhafra — worth weighing alongside the overall series record.
Last 6 Meetings
3
Ajman
1
Draws
2
Al-Dhafra
Recent Meetings
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the head-to-head record between Ajman and Al-Dhafra?
From 6 meetings on record, Ajman have won 3, Al-Dhafra have won 2, and 1 have been drawn.
When did Ajman and Al-Dhafra last play each other?
They last met on 24 April 2026, when Al-Dhafra 0-1 Ajman.
Who has won more matches between Ajman and Al-Dhafra?
Ajman have the better head-to-head record, with 3 wins from 6 meetings.
📈 Trading Insight
Early Goal Trends
Ajman are typically involved in an early goal — the half-time board shows at least one in 75% of their matches. They've gone in front at half-time 33% of the time.
Al-Dhafra are typically involved in an early goal — the half-time board shows at least one in 74% of their matches.
Full-Time Markets
BTTS sits in mixed territory for this pairing — Ajman 62%, Al-Dhafra 42% — no strong lean either way from the trading data alone.
Over 2.5 has been close to a coin-flip for both sides — 54% (Ajman) and 46% (Al-Dhafra).
On the defensive side: Al-Dhafra in 58%.
Current season: same league only. Previous season: all leagues (covers promoted/relegated teams). All = any venue | Venue = Ajman home games / Al-Dhafra away games. HT metrics require half-time score data — shown as — where unavailable.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Do both teams usually score when Ajman play Al-Dhafra?
Not especially — both teams scoring has occurred in only 62% of Ajman's recent matches and 42% of Al-Dhafra's, a rate that leans toward BTTS No.
Is Ajman vs Al-Dhafra usually a high-scoring fixture?
Not particularly — Over 2.5 goals has come in for only 54% of Ajman's recent games and 46% of Al-Dhafra's, pointing to a tighter contest.
Do Ajman and Al-Dhafra tend to score early?
Ajman have had a goal before half-time in 75% of their recent matches, Al-Dhafra in 74% — a useful reference point for first-half goal markets.
Prediction vindicated as Ajman edge out Al-Dhafra 2-1.
📝 Match Report
How It Unfolded
Ajman beat Al-Dhafra 2-1 at Ajman Stadium, Regular Season - 24, in the Pro League. That is the final score; the rest of this report grades it against what the data forecast beforehand.
The Model vs The Result
The Poisson model went into this projecting Ajman 2.31 xG and Al-Dhafra 1.04 xG, a combined 3.35. 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 Ajman attack 1.27 / defence 1.02 against Al-Dhafra attack 0.71 / defence 1.19, drawn from 49/49 games (CurrentSeason).
On the result, the model split it Ajman 66% | Draw 19% | Al-Dhafra 16%, with Ajman to win its most likely call at 66%. The scoreboard confirmed the model's leading pick.
Goals & Markets
The model rated Over 2.5 goals at 65%. The game delivered 3, so it went over — the model's lean was correct. Over 1.5 had been 85% and landed. Over 3.5 was 43% and did not. On both teams to score, the model sat at 58% and the match saw both sides score — another call in the model's favour. Historically the two sides average 53% Over 2.5 across their same-competition games (Ajman 55%, Al-Dhafra 51%), a base rate that agreed with today's over. Their combined BTTS history runs at 52%, which matched the both-scored outcome.
Trading Patterns vs Reality
Ajman's trading profile (49 games, 24 home) set some clear expectations: BTTS lands in 53% of their matches — today it did.
Al-Dhafra's trading profile (49 games, 24 away) set some clear expectations: BTTS lands in 51% of their matches — today it did.
Form vs Result
On form, Ajman arrived the stronger side — 1.55 PPG against 0.61. The form guide was vindicated by the result.
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). The data earned its keep here, calling the bulk of the fixture correctly.
💡 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.