Al-Arabi SC vs Al-Rayyan SC: the numbers, the form and our prediction
Our model makes Al-Rayyan SC the pick at 46% for Al-Arabi SC vs Al-Rayyan SC. Form trajectory, comparison data, head-to-head and the reasoning behind the call.
Match summary
Al-Rayyan SC travel to Al-Arabi SC on 31 October 2026 at Grand Hamad Stadium, Doha. Al-Rayyan SC are the model's favourite, with a win probability of roughly 46%. This matchday 8 fixture in Stars League is listed as Al-Arabi SC - Al-Rayyan SC. Kick-off is 16:30 UTC.
Recent form and trajectory
Al-Arabi SC: they come in on the back of a defeat, following two wins, one draw and one defeat before that. That is two wins, one draw and two defeats from the last five, worth 7 points. Across those five they scored eleven and conceded seven, with two clean sheets. That is reflected in a form rating of 60.3 out of 100, and they sit 4th on a goal difference of +8.
Al-Rayyan SC: they come in on a two-match winning sequence, following one win, one draw and one defeat before that. That is three wins, one draw and one defeat from the last five, worth 10 points. It leaves them unbeaten in three. Across those five they scored 14 and conceded four, with two clean sheets. That is reflected in a form rating of 64.9 out of 100, and they sit 2nd on a goal difference of +13.
Side by side
| Statistic | Al-Arabi SC | Al-Rayyan SC |
|---|---|---|
| League position | 4th | 2nd |
| Goal difference | +8 | +13 |
| Form (last 5, most recent first) | LWWLD | WWDLW |
| Points from last 5 | 7 | 10 |
| Goals scored / conceded (last 5) | 11 / 7 | 14 / 4 |
| Clean sheets (last 5) | 2 | 2 |
| Form rating (0-100) | 60.3 | 64.9 |
| Players unavailable | 0 | 0 |
| Model win probability | 31% | 46% |
What stands out
- Pre-match form ratings: Al-Arabi SC 60.3 versus Al-Rayyan SC 64.9, a gap of 4.6, which aligns with the model's favourite.
- Availability: No absentees listed for either side in our injury feed at the time of writing.
- Goals outlook: A combined scoring line of 4.13, over 2.5 goals at 63% and both teams to score at 62%.
- First goal: Leans Al-Rayyan SC's way at 51%.
The call
The model tilts to Al-Rayyan SC at 46%, without enough room to treat it as a formality. The goals line points to over 2.5 goals.
Everything here is model output and a reading of the form rather than a guarantee — the probabilities are published in full so the reasoning behind the call is visible.
Frequently asked questions
Who is favoured to win the match: Al-Arabi SC or Al-Rayyan SC?
Al-Rayyan SC, with an implied win probability of roughly 46%. The full split is 31% Al-Arabi SC, 24% the draw and 46% Al-Rayyan SC.
When and where is Al-Arabi SC vs Al-Rayyan SC being played?
31 October 2026 at Grand Hamad Stadium, Doha, kick-off 16:30 UTC.
Have Al-Arabi SC and Al-Rayyan SC met before?
Our records hold no previous meeting between the two sides.
What is the recent form of Al-Arabi SC and Al-Rayyan SC?
Al-Arabi SC have taken 7 points from their last five (LWWLD), Al-Rayyan SC 10 from theirs (WWDLW). Most recently Al-Arabi SC took a 2-3 defeat away at Al Wakrah and Al-Rayyan SC a 4-1 win away at Al-Nahda.
How many goals are expected in Al-Arabi SC vs Al-Rayyan SC?
The model's combined scoring line is 4.13 — 1.33 for Al-Arabi SC and 2.80 for Al-Rayyan SC. It rates over 2.5 goals at 63%.
Will both teams score?
The model rates both teams to score at 62%, so its call is yes.