Good pick · fair odds 1.65 · bookmaker 1.57 · Lost ✗
5/10Rating
1.57Odds
Quick tips for this match
ResultAl Karkh to win ✓42% · @2.35
Double chanceEither team to win ✓76% · @1.30
Both teams scoreNot both teams to score ✗54% · fair 1.84
GoalsUnder 3.5 goals ✗81% · fair 1.23
Correct scoreCorrect score 1–0 ✗13% · fair 7.84
Al Karkh vs Naft Maysan preview and prediction
The match
The Iraqi League sees Al Karkh take on Naft Maysan on Thursday 17 September, kicking off at 16:45 (WAT). Al Karkh are 16th with 12 points from 13 games (in the bottom half), while Naft Maysan sit 19th on 9 points (in the bottom three). Only 3 points separate the two sides, so there is plenty riding on it.
Form guide
Al Karkh's last 5: WLLDL Most recently they beat Duhok 3–2 at home. At home they have won 1 and lost 1 of their last 3. They average 1.2 scored and 1.7 conceded.
Naft Maysan's last 5: WDLDL Most recently they beat Al Talaba 2–0 at home. On the road they have won 0 and lost 1 of their last 3. Goals have dried up – just 0.7 per game.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 18 March 2026, finished Al Karkh 1–1 Naft Maysan.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 2.2 goals: 1.2 for Al Karkh and 1.0 for Naft Maysan. That is close to an average game: over 2.5 at 40%, both teams to score at 46%.
Betting angles
Win chances: Al Karkh 42%, draw 24%, Naft Maysan 34%.
Our prediction
Our pre-match pick was Under 2.5 goals – a 60% chance at odds of 1.57. Predicted score: Al Karkh 1–1 Naft Maysan. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
Al Karkh42%fair 2.36 · @2.35
Draw24%fair 4.25 · @2.90
Naft Maysan34%fair 2.94 · @2.90
2.25Expected goals
1.21Al Karkh xG
1.04Naft Maysan xG
46%Both score
40%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
1–113%
1–013%
0–111%
0–011%
2–18%
2–08%
From our goals model: Al Karkh 1.2 – 1.0 Naft Maysan expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Al Karkh vs Naft Maysan?
Our pick is Under 2.5 goals with a 60% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.57.
Who will win Al Karkh vs Naft Maysan?
On our numbers Al Karkh have a 42% chance of winning, the draw 24% and Naft Maysan 34%.
How many goals will there be in Al Karkh vs Naft Maysan?
We expect about 2.2 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 40% likely and both teams score 46% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Al Karkh vs Naft Maysan?
Our predicted score is Al Karkh 1–1 Naft Maysan, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.2 goals in total.
When is Al Karkh vs Naft Maysan?
Al Karkh vs Naft Maysan (Iraqi League) kicks off on Thursday 17 September 2026 at 16:45 (West Africa Time).
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.
