Very strong pick · fair odds 1.22 · bookmaker 1.22 · Won ✓
9/10Rating
1.22Odds
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Value bet: Al Zawra'a to win @ 1.85 – our chance 61% vs 54% implied by the price (edge +13%). Bigger price, more risk. Won ✓
Quick tips for this match
ResultAl Zawra'a to win ✓61% · @1.85
Double chanceAl Zawra'a or draw ✓82% · @1.22
Both teams scoreNot both teams to score ✓58% · fair 1.72
GoalsUnder 3.5 goals ✗78% · fair 1.28
Correct scoreCorrect score 1–0 ✗15% · fair 6.54
Al Zawra'a vs Zakho preview and prediction
The match
The Iraqi League sees Al Zawra'a take on Zakho on Saturday 29 August, kicking off at 19:00 (WAT) at Al-Zawraa Stadium. Al Zawra'a are 6th with 21 points from 13 games (in the top half), while Zakho sit 15th on 13 points (in the bottom half).
Form guide
Al Zawra'a's last 5: WDLLL Most recently they beat Naft Maysan 4–0 at home. At home they have won 1 and lost 1 of their last 3. They average 1.2 scored and 1.0 conceded.
Zakho's last 5: DLWLL Most recently they drew with Diyala 2–2 at home. On the road they have won 0 and lost 2 of their last 3. They average 1.5 scored and 1.8 conceded.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 8 April 2026, finished Zakho 1–1 Al Zawra'a.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 2.4 goals: 1.7 for Al Zawra'a and 0.7 for Zakho. That is close to an average game: over 2.5 at 43%, both teams to score at 42%.
Betting angles
Win chances: Al Zawra'a 61%, draw 21%, Zakho 18%.
Safer route: Al Zawra'a or draw (82%) at 1.22.
Value angle: Al Zawra'a to win at 1.85 – 61% on our numbers against 54% implied by the price.
Our prediction
Our pre-match pick was Al Zawra'a or draw – a 82% chance at odds of 1.22. Predicted score: Al Zawra'a 1–0 Zakho. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
Al Zawra'a61%fair 1.64 · @1.85
Draw21%fair 4.74 · @3.20
Zakho18%fair 5.61 · @3.70
2.38Expected goals
1.65Al Zawra'a xG
0.73Zakho xG
42%Both score
43%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
1–015%
2–013%
1–111%
0–09%
2–19%
3–07%
From our goals model: Al Zawra'a 1.7 – 0.7 Zakho expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
Our pick is Al Zawra'a or draw with a 82% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.22.
Who will win Al Zawra'a vs Zakho?
On our numbers Al Zawra'a have a 61% chance of winning, the draw 21% and Zakho 18%.
How many goals will there be in Al Zawra'a vs Zakho?
We expect about 2.4 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 43% likely and both teams score 42% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Al Zawra'a vs Zakho?
Our predicted score is Al Zawra'a 1–0 Zakho, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.4 goals in total.
When is Al Zawra'a vs Zakho?
Al Zawra'a vs Zakho (Iraqi League) kicks off on Saturday 29 August 2026 at 19:00 (West Africa Time) at Al-Zawraa Stadium.
Analysis by the Footrivo model, blended with bookmaker prices. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.
