Al-Naft vs Al Shorta: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 21 March

Al-Naft
DLDDW
12th place in Iraqi Premier League
2
1-1
FT
21/03/2026 16:30
Al Shorta
WWWLW
2nd place in Iraqi Premier League
Iraqi Premier League
MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Al-Naft vs Al Shorta on 21 March 2026 (kick-off: 16:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Al-Naft vs Al Shorta preview before placing your bet.

  • Al-Naft are currently 12th with 48 points after 38 matches.
  • Al Shorta sit 2nd with 80 points from 38 matches.
  • Our algorithm prediction: Al Shorta to win with probability 47%.
  • Head-to-head history favors Al Shorta, who have won 4 of the last 6 meetings. Al-Naft have one win, while one match ended in a draw.
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Al-Naft vs Al Shorta - Prediction & Odds

Al-Naft
Al-Naft
Al Shorta
Al Shorta
2026-03-21 16:30
26
27
47
2
1 - 1
1 - 1
2.25
1.91
FT
1-1 0-1
-
weather
17°C
STANDINGS UP TO 21/03/2026
Overall Table PTS
GP W D L GF GA +/-
01 Al Quwa Al Jawiya Al Quwa Al Jawiya
89 38 27 8 3 62 28 34
02 Al Shorta Al Shorta
80 38 24 8 6 69 32 37
03 Arbil Arbil
80 38 23 11 4 60 30 30
04 Al Zawraa Al Zawraa
66 38 17 15 6 50 32 18
05 Al Karma SC Al Karma SC
65 38 17 14 7 53 26 27
06 Al Talaba Al Talaba
65 38 18 11 9 53 38 15
07 Al Karkh Al Karkh
60 38 16 12 10 51 41 10
08 Zakho Zakho
56 38 15 11 12 51 43 8
09 Newroz SC(IRQ) Newroz SC(IRQ)
54 38 16 6 16 48 47 1
10 Duhok Duhok
50 38 13 11 14 44 45 -1
11 Dyala Dyala
49 38 13 10 15 40 42 -2
12 Al-Naft Al-Naft
48 38 11 15 12 33 34 -1
13 Mosul FC Mosul FC
47 38 11 14 13 46 49 -3
14 Al Gharraf Al Gharraf
44 38 11 11 16 40 43 -3
15 Naft Misan Naft Misan
43 38 11 10 17 48 57 -9
16 AL Minaa AL Minaa
40 38 9 13 16 38 47 -9
17 AI Kahrabaa AI Kahrabaa
38 37 11 5 21 44 56 -12
18 Baghdad Baghdad
32 38 8 8 22 43 71 -28
19 AL Najaf AL Najaf
23 37 6 5 26 31 68 -37
20 Al Qasim Sport Club Al Qasim Sport Club
6 38 0 6 32 21 96 -75
Head To Head
15/06/2025 15:00
Al Shorta Al Shorta
4 - 0
Al-Naft Al-Naft
IRQ SL
31/10/2024 11:45
Al-Naft Al-Naft
0 - 2
Al Shorta Al Shorta
IRQ SL
07/07/2024 17:00
Al Shorta Al Shorta
1 - 0
Al-Naft Al-Naft
IRQ C
25/04/2024 17:15
Al-Naft Al-Naft
1 - 1
Al Shorta Al Shorta
IRQ SL
02/12/2023 14:00
Al Shorta Al Shorta
0 - 1
Al-Naft Al-Naft
IRQ SL
07/04/2023 18:30
Al Shorta Al Shorta
1 - 0
Al-Naft Al-Naft
IRQ SL
Al-Naft
1
17%
Draw
1
17%
Al Shorta
4
67%
Al-Naft Al-Naft Last 6 matches
05/02/2026 12:00
Arbil 3 - 1 Al-Naft IRQ SL
01/02/2026 14:30
Al-Naft 0 - 0 Al Zawraa IRQ SL
28/01/2026 12:00
AL Minaa 0 - 0 Al-Naft IRQ SL
23/01/2026 12:00
Al-Naft 1 - 2 Naft Misan IRQ SL
19/01/2026 12:00
Al-Naft 1 - 0 AI Kahrabaa IRQ SL
14/01/2026 12:00
Al Gharraf 2 - 0 Al-Naft IRQ SL
Win
17%
Draw
33%
Lost
50%
Last 6 matches Al Shorta Al Shorta
04/02/2026 12:00
Al Gharraf 0 - 1 Al Shorta IRQ SL
31/01/2026 14:30
Al Shorta 2 - 1 AL Najaf IRQ SL
27/01/2026 14:30
Al Shorta 2 - 1 Naft Misan IRQ SL
23/01/2026 14:30
AL Minaa 1 - 1 Al Shorta IRQ SL
17/01/2026 14:30
Al Quwa Al Jawiya 1 - 1 Al Shorta IRQ SL
13/01/2026 12:00
Al Shorta 3 - 0 Mosul FC IRQ SL
Win
67%
Draw
33%
Lost
0%
Overall Home/Away
Full time First half Second half
All leagues Iraqi Premier League

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games
Al-Naft
Al-Naft
233
 Al Shorta
Al Shorta
266
Goals
Scored
116
Avg. per game
0.50
Conceded
117
Avg. per game
0.50
Scored
248
Avg. per game
0.93
Conceded
132
Avg. per game
0.50
Scored a goal
In last 6 matches
YesNo
3 (50%)3 (50%)
In last 6 matches
NoYes
3 (50%)3 (50%)
In last 233 matches
YesNo
88 (38%)145 (62%)
In last 233 matches
NoYes
163 (61%)103 (39%)
Al-Naft

Al-Naft

Recent matches

Al Shorta

Al Shorta

Under /Over

(60%)27 18(40%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(76%)34 11(24%)

Under /Over

(18%)8 37(82%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(33%)15 30(67%)

Under /Over

(31%)14 31(69%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(42%)19 26(58%)

/Yes

(38%)17 28(62%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(49%)22 23(51%)
GOALS BY TIME PERIOD
Al-Naft Al-Naft
Al Shorta Al Shorta
Shots
Al-Naft
Al-Naft
Total shots
7.88 avg / game
Blocked
7 total
Avg. 1.00
Al Shorta
Al Shorta
Total shots
10.33 avg / game
Blocked
61 total
Avg. 2.90
Al-Naft Al-Naft Pass Al Shorta Al Shorta
Total passes
—
Avg. — / game
Accurate
—
Ball possession
49%
Total passes
8456
Avg. 423 / game
Accurate
83%
Ball possession
53%
TOTAL ATTACKS
Al-Naft
Al-Naft
14967
Avg. 64.24 / game
 Al Shorta
Al Shorta
18091
Avg. 68.01 / game
DANGEROUS ATTACKS
Al-Naft
Al-Naft
10431
Avg. 44.77 / game
 Al Shorta
Al Shorta
13050
Avg. 49.06 / game
OTHERS
Al-Naft
Al-Naft
233
Played games
Al Shorta
Al Shorta
266
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
0.44
103
Clean sheets
125
0.47
2.60
606
Corners
1103
4.15
1.82
423
Throw-ins
666
2.50
0.02
5
Offsides
71
0.27
0.00
0
GK saves
66
0.25
Al-Naft
Al-Naft
DISCIPLINARY
Al Shorta
Al Shorta
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
1.54
359
Yellow card
345
1.30
0.09
21
Red card
23
0.09
1.33
309
Fouls
505
1.90
0.00
0
Tackles
259
0.97
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How We Build the Al-Naft vs Al Shorta Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Al-Naft vs Al Shorta on 21 March 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this Iraqi Premier League fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Al-Naft vs Al Shorta Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Al-Naft's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Al Shorta's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Iraqi Premier League Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live Iraqi Premier League standings and the Iraqi Premier League form table to understand exactly where Al-Naft and Al Shorta sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our Iraqi Premier League predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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