Al-Dhafra vs Al-Ittihad Kalba: match summary, form and prediction
Our model makes Al-Dhafra the pick at 40% for Al-Dhafra vs Al-Ittihad Kalba. Form trajectory, comparison data, head-to-head and the reasoning behind the call.
Match summary
Al-Ittihad Kalba travel to Al-Dhafra on 7 November 2026 at Sheikh Hamdan Bin Zayed Stadium, Madinat Zayed. Al-Dhafra are the model's favourite, with a win probability of roughly 40%. This matchday 8 fixture in Pro League is listed as Al-Dhafra - Al-Ittihad Kalba. Kick-off is 12:55 UTC.
Recent form and trajectory
Al-Dhafra: they come in on the back of a defeat, following one win and two defeats before that. That is one win, no draws and three defeats from the last four, worth 3 points. Across those four they scored eight and conceded eight, with none clean sheets. That is reflected in a form rating of 44.5 out of 100, and they sit 10th on a goal difference of -2.
Al-Ittihad Kalba: they come in on three successive draws, following one defeat before that. That is no wins, three draws and one defeat from the last four, worth 3 points. It leaves them winless in four. Across those four they scored six and conceded ten, with none clean sheets. That is reflected in a form rating of 36.6 out of 100, and they sit 11th on a goal difference of -7.
Comparison data
| Statistic | Al-Dhafra | Al-Ittihad Kalba |
|---|---|---|
| League position | 10th | 11th |
| Goal difference | -2 | -7 |
| Form (last 5, most recent first) | LWLL | DDDL |
| Points from last 5 | 3 | 3 |
| Goals scored / conceded (last 5) | 8 / 8 | 6 / 10 |
| Clean sheets (last 5) | 0 | 0 |
| Form rating (0-100) | 44.5 | 36.6 |
| Players unavailable | 0 | 0 |
| Model win probability | 40% | 34% |
What stands out
- Pre-match form ratings: Al-Dhafra 44.5 versus Al-Ittihad Kalba 36.6, a gap of 7.9, 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 2.67, over 2.5 goals at 60% and both teams to score at 55%.
- First goal: Leans Al-Dhafra's way at 53%.
The call
The model edges towards Al-Dhafra at 40%, and 'edges' is doing real work in that sentence. The goals line points to over 2.5 goals. Baseline expectation tilts Al-Dhafra's way, especially at Sheikh Hamdan Bin Zayed Stadium.
This is a data-led read, not a certainty. The numbers are shown as they come out of the model so the basis for the call can be checked rather than assumed.
Frequently asked questions
Who is favoured to win the match: Al-Dhafra or Al-Ittihad Kalba?
Al-Dhafra, with an implied win probability of roughly 40%. The full split is 40% Al-Dhafra, 25% the draw and 34% Al-Ittihad Kalba.
When and where is Al-Dhafra vs Al-Ittihad Kalba being played?
7 November 2026 at Sheikh Hamdan Bin Zayed Stadium, Madinat Zayed, kick-off 12:55 UTC.
Have Al-Dhafra and Al-Ittihad Kalba met before?
Our records hold no previous meeting between the two sides.
What is the recent form of Al-Dhafra and Al-Ittihad Kalba?
Al-Dhafra have taken 3 points from their last four (LWLL), Al-Ittihad Kalba 3 from theirs (DDDL). Most recently Al-Dhafra took a 2-3 defeat away at Khorfakkan and Al-Ittihad Kalba a 2-2 draw away at Al-Wasl FC.
How many goals are expected in Al-Dhafra vs Al-Ittihad Kalba?
The model's combined scoring line is 2.67 — 1.00 for Al-Dhafra and 1.67 for Al-Ittihad Kalba. It rates over 2.5 goals at 60%.
Will both teams score?
The model rates both teams to score at 55%, so its call is yes.