Al-Nassr vs Al-Ettifaq Predictions

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Al-Nassr

Al-Nassr

Full Time

1 - 0

AI predicted 3 - 1

Al-Ettifaq

Al-Ettifaq

🗓️ Wednesday, 15 Apr 2026 at 21:00 GMT+3 (venue time) · 18:00 UTC (your time)📍 Al-Awwal Park, Riyadh

Win Probability (1X2)

Al-Nassr 73%Draw 18%Al-Ettifaq 9%

Best Value Pick

Match Result: Al-Nassr Win

Match Result

7.2/10

Ronaldo Strike Seals Narrow Win as Al-Nassr Edge Al-Ettifaq

Al-Nassr secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Al-Ettifaq at Al-Awwal Park, thanks to a first-half goal from Cristiano Ronaldo. The hosts dominated proceedings with 56% possession and a barrage of 20 shots, but found Al-Ettifaq's defensive unit stubborn and resilient throughout. Despite their attacking intent, Al-Nassr were made to sweat until the final whistle as Al-Ettifaq threatened sporadically on the break. The decisive moment arrived in the 31st minute, when Ronaldo latched onto a clever pass to fire home what proved to be the only goal of the game. Al-Ettifaq, operating in a compact 3-4-2-1, struggled to create clear-cut chances, registering just two shots on target and failing to win a single corner. The visitors' discipline was tested, picking up the game's only yellow card, but ultimately they could not breach Al-Nassr's organized backline.

😅 AI Prediction Report

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Predicted

3 - 1

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Actual

1 - 0

✅Result
❌BTTS
❌O/U 2.5
❌Score

💰 Bet Results1/3 hit

1x2 — home
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Over/Under 2.5 Goals — Over
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BTTS — Yes
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Key Moments

31' — Goal

Cristiano Ronaldo scores the only goal of the match, finishing off a well-worked move.

54' — Yellow Card

Al-Ettifaq's Ondrej Duda is booked for a late challenge, highlighting the visitors' growing frustration.

75' — Save

Marek Rodak denies Sadio Mane to keep Al-Ettifaq within touching distance.

83' — Substitution

Al-Nassr introduce fresh legs to shore up their lead and see out the final minutes.

Al-Nassr

Al-Nassr

7.8/10

Al-Nassr controlled the tempo from the outset, utilizing their 4-4-1-1 formation to stretch play and create numerous opportunities. The midfield, marshaled by Marcelo Brozovic, dictated possession and fed the attacking quartet with regularity. Despite their dominance—20 shots, 7 on target, and 9 corners—Al-Nassr were wasteful in front of goal and unable to convert their superiority into a more comfortable scoreline. Defensively, they remained composed, limiting Al-Ettifaq to just two shots on target and rarely looked troubled. Cristiano Ronaldo's clinical finish separated the sides, but the hosts will feel they should have added to their tally given their statistical dominance. The lack of yellow cards also highlighted their discipline and control in midfield.

Key Players

Cristiano Ronaldo: Scored the decisive goal in the 31st minute.
Marcelo Brozovic: Controlled the midfield and orchestrated attacks.
João Félix: Provided creativity and linked well with Ronaldo.

Strengths

Dominant in possessionCreated numerous chancesDisciplined defending

Weaknesses

Profligate finishingStruggled to kill off the game
Al-Ettifaq

Al-Ettifaq

6.3/10

Al-Ettifaq set up in a defensively-minded 3-4-2-1, aiming to frustrate Al-Nassr and hit on the counter. While they showed organization and work rate, they struggled to gain a foothold in midfield and offered little attacking threat, managing just seven shots (two on target) and no corners. Marek Rodak was kept busy in goal, making several key interventions to keep the scoreline respectable. Despite their defensive discipline, Al-Ettifaq's lack of attacking ambition ultimately cost them. The lone yellow card reflected their attempts to disrupt Al-Nassr's rhythm, but they failed to mount sustained pressure or capitalize on rare forays forward.

Key Players

Marek Rodak: Made several crucial saves to keep Al-Ettifaq in the match.
Jack Hendry: Anchored the back three with composure.

Strengths

Stubborn defensive shapeGoalkeeper performed well under pressure

Weaknesses

Lack of attacking threatUnable to retain possessionNo set-piece opportunities (0 corners)

Tactical Analysis

Al-Nassr's 4-4-1-1 formation allowed them to dominate the midfield, with Brozovic pulling the strings and wide players like Coman and Mane stretching Al-Ettifaq's back three. João Félix operated in the hole behind Ronaldo, frequently finding pockets of space and linking play effectively. The home side pressed high, forcing turnovers and pinning Al-Ettifaq deep in their own half. Al-Ettifaq's 3-4-2-1 prioritized defensive solidity, packing the central areas and relying on Wijnaldum and Dembele to spring counters. However, their inability to transition quickly or hold possession meant they rarely threatened. The lack of corners and attacking impetus underscored their conservative approach, while late substitutions from Al-Nassr helped secure the result.

Turning Point

Cristiano Ronaldo's goal in the 31st minute gave Al-Nassr the lead and forced Al-Ettifaq to chase the game, a task they never looked likely to accomplish.

Man of the Match

Cristiano Ronaldo

His clinical finish proved decisive in a match where chances were plentiful but goals were scarce.

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Win Probability
Al-Nassr 74% Draw 15% Al-Ettifaq 11%

Over 2.5 Goals

70%

BTTS: Yes

57%

Likely Scores

2-0 · 2-1 · 3-0

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Al-Nassr vs Al-Ettifaq Prediction Confidence at a Glance

How strongly the model leans on each market.

Match Result (1X2)
73%
18%
Al-Nassr 73%Draw 18%Al-Ettifaq 9%
Both Teams to Score
54%
46%
Yes 54%No 46%
Over/Under 2.5 Goals
71%
29%
Over 2.5 71%Under 2.5 29%
Corners (Over/Under 9.5)
57%
43%
Over 9.5 57%Under 9.5 43%

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The Case For This Al-Nassr vs Al-Ettifaq Prediction

Al-Nassr enter this fixture as clear favorites, riding a five-match winning streak and boasting a nearly flawless home record. Their attack is firing, averaging almost 4 goals per game recently, and their defense is solid with three clean sheets in the last five. Al-Ettifaq, meanwhile, are inconsistent, struggling away from home and conceding heavily. While they have shown some attacking threat, their defensive frailties are likely to be exposed by the league leaders. Expect Al-Nassr to control the match, create plenty of chances, and secure a comfortable win, though Al-Ettifaq could find a consolation goal.

Key Factors at a Glance

Recent Form

  • →Al-Nassr's 5-game winning streak and 12-0-1 home record.
  • →Head-to-head: Al-Nassr have won 5 of last 10; recent meetings often see 3+ goals.

Defence

  • →Al-Nassr average 3.8 goals scored, 0.6 conceded in last 5.
  • →Al-Ettifaq have lost 3 of last 5 and concede 2 goals/game recently.
  • →Al-Ettifaq's away record is poor: 5W-1D-7L, 26 conceded in 13.

Injuries & Team News

  • →No significant injuries reported for either side.

Match Context

  • →Al-Nassr are 1st in the league, Al-Ettifaq 7th with negative goal difference.

🚩 Al-Nassr vs Al-Ettifaq Corners Prediction

medium confidence
10.2expected total corners
Over 57%
Under 43%
Over 9.5Under 9.5

Our corners model projects roughly 6 corners for Al-Nassr and 4.2 for Al-Ettifaq, for an expected total of 10.2. That makes the model lean Over 9.5 corners (57%). Over 8.5: 69% · Over 10.5: 44%.

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How Al-Nassr and Al-Ettifaq Are Arriving

Form, fitness and who's likely to start.

Al-Nassr vs Al-Ettifaq Goalscorer Form

Goals scored in last 5 matches across all competitions. Rate = goals ÷ 5 games. XI badge shows player is in the expected starting lineup.

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Al-Nassr vs Al-Ettifaq — Last 10 Matches

Al-NassrAl-NassrLast 10 results
W1-0
W2-0
W5-2
W5-0
W1-0
W3-1
W5-0
W4-0
W2-0
W2-0
Wvs Al-Ettifaq1-0
W@ Al Okhdood2-0
Wvs Al Najma5-2
W@ Al Khaleej Saihat5-0
Wvs NEOM1-0
W@ Al-Fayha3-1
W@ Al Najma5-0
Wvs Al-Hazm4-0
W@ Al-Fateh2-0
Wvs Al-Ittihad FC2-0

Strengths

  • +5/5 wins in last 5 — excellent form
  • +Prolific attack — 2.8 goals/game (last 5)
  • +Defensively solid — 0.4 conceded/game
  • +4 clean sheets in last 5 matches
Al-EttifaqAl-EttifaqLast 10 results
L0-1
L2-3
W3-2
L0-1
D1-1
L1-3
L0-4
W4-3
L0-2
W2-0
L@ Al-Nassr0-1
Lvs Al Riyadh2-3
Wvs Al-Qadisiyah FC3-2
L@ Al-Fayha0-1
Dvs Al Shabab1-1
L@ Al-Hazm1-3
L@ Al-Qadisiyah FC0-4
Wvs Al-Fateh4-3
L@ Al-Hilal Saudi FC0-2
Wvs Damac2-0

Concerns

  • −Inconsistent — 3+ losses in last 5
  • −No clean sheets in last 5 matches

What History Says: Al-Nassr vs Al-Ettifaq

Al-Nassr vs Al-Ettifaq Head-to-Head History

Last 10 meetings between these sides

5

Al-Nassr wins

3

Draws

2

Al-Ettifaq wins

50%30% draws20%
15 Apr 26Al-Nassr vs Al-Ettifaq1-0
30 Dec 25Al-Ettifaq vs Al-Nassr2-2
21 Feb 25Al-Nassr vs Al-Ettifaq2-3
20 Sept 24Al-Ettifaq vs Al-Nassr0-3
22 Dec 23Al-Nassr vs Al-Ettifaq3-1
31 Oct 23Al-Nassr vs Al-Ettifaq1-0

Where the Model Disagrees with the Odds: Al-Nassr vs Al-Ettifaq

Odds from 10Bet. Positive edge = our model gives a higher probability than the odds imply. EV = expected value per £1 staked.

1X2

SelectionOddsModel %Edge
Al-Nassr Win1.0473.0%-23.2%
Drawvalue7.4018.0%+4.5%
Al-Ettifaq Win8.509.0%-2.8%

Over/Under 2.5

SelectionOddsModel %Edge
Over 2.51.1871.0%-13.7%
Under 2.5value4.7529.0%+7.9%

Both Teams Score

SelectionOddsModel %Edge
Yesvalue3.2054.0%+22.8%
No1.3046.0%-30.9%

Best Value Markets Found by the Model

1X2: Draw @ 7.40EV +0.332
Over/Under 2.5: Under 2.5 @ 4.75EV +0.377
Both Teams Score: Yes @ 3.20EV +0.728

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Things to Watch: Al-Nassr vs Al-Ettifaq

  • ⚠️No bookmaker odds provided—cannot compute value edges or expected value.
  • ⚠️Some away team stats (shots, possession, corners) are missing or anomalously low in last 5.
  • ⚠️Football is inherently high-variance; upsets are possible.
  • ⚠️Lineups not confirmed; late injuries or rotations could impact outcome.

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How This Prediction Was Made

The numbers on this page come from a structured statistical pack for Al-Nassr vs Al-Ettifaq: recent results and scoring data for both sides, home/away splits, the head-to-head record, current league standings, known injuries and live bookmaker odds, all sourced from the API-Football data feed.

An AI model analyses that pack and produces the probabilities, predicted score and written analysis shown above. Nothing is edited by hand, and no information outside the data pack is used.

Last updated: 10 April 2026 (refreshed automatically as new team data arrives). Every prediction is scored against the real result once the match finishes — see the verified track record or read the full methodology. Football is inherently uncertain: treat this page as analysis, not advice.

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