AL Najaf vs Al Gharraf: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 January

AL Najaf
LDLLW
19th place in Iraqi Premier League
X
0-3
FT
18/01/2026 16:30
Al Gharraf
DLDDW
14th place in Iraqi Premier League
Iraqi Premier League
MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for AL Najaf vs Al Gharraf on 18 January 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 Najaf vs Al Gharraf preview before placing your bet.

  • AL Najaf are currently 19th with 23 points after 37 matches.
  • Al Gharraf sit 14th with 44 points from 38 matches.
  • Our algorithm prediction: a draw with probability 32%.
Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards
Home team Away team
Probability %
1
X
2
Pred
Correct
Avg.g
Coef.
Score.
Live coef.
Weather
favorite match
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2026-01-18

AL Najaf vs Al Gharraf - Prediction & Odds

AL Najaf
AL Najaf
Al Gharraf
Al Gharraf
2026-01-18 16:30
33
32
35
X
1 - 1
1 - 1
1.75
2.80
FT
0-3 0-0
-
weather
14°C
STANDINGS UP TO 18/01/2026
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
AL Najaf AL Najaf Last 6 matches
14/01/2026 14:30
AL Najaf 2 - 4 Naft Misan IRQ SL
10/01/2026 12:00
Al Karkh 2 - 0 AL Najaf IRQ SL
05/01/2026 15:30
Al Karma SC 2 - 0 AL Najaf IRQ SL
01/01/2026 13:00
AL Najaf 0 - 0 Al-Naft IRQ SL
23/12/2025 15:30
Duhok 1 - 0 AL Najaf IRQ SL
22/11/2025 16:30
AL Najaf 0 - 2 Al Quwa Al Jawiya IRQ SL
Win
0%
Draw
17%
Lost
83%
Last 6 matches Al Gharraf Al Gharraf
14/01/2026 12:00
Al Gharraf 2 - 0 Al-Naft IRQ SL
10/01/2026 12:00
Al Gharraf 0 - 1 Newroz SC(IRQ) IRQ SL
05/01/2026 15:30
Al Zawraa 0 - 0 Al Gharraf IRQ SL
31/12/2025 15:30
Al Gharraf 0 - 1 Al Karma SC IRQ SL
22/12/2025 13:00
Al Karkh 1 - 0 Al Gharraf IRQ SL
22/11/2025 16:30
Arbil 2 - 1 Al Gharraf IRQ SL
Win
17%
Draw
17%
Lost
67%
Overall Home/Away
Full time First half Second half
All leagues Iraqi Premier League
Played games
AL Najaf
AL Najaf
19
 Al Gharraf
Al Gharraf
19
Goals
Scored
16
Avg. per game
0.84
Conceded
37
Avg. per game
1.95
Scored
18
Avg. per game
0.95
Conceded
20
Avg. per game
1.05
Scored a goal
In last 6 home matches
YesNo
6 (100%)0 (0%)
In last 6 home matches
NoYes
2 (33%)4 (67%)
In last 19 home matches
YesNo
13 (68%)6 (32%)
In last 19 home matches
NoYes
9 (47%)10 (53%)
AL Najaf

AL Najaf

Recent matches

Al Gharraf

Al Gharraf

Under /Over

(74%)14 5(26%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(42%)8 11(58%)

Under /Over

(32%)6 13(68%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(16%)3 16(84%)

Under /Over

(47%)9 10(53%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(37%)7 12(63%)

/Yes

(58%)11 8(42%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(32%)6 13(68%)
GOALS BY TIME PERIOD
AL Najaf AL Najaf
Al Gharraf Al Gharraf
Shots
AL Najaf
AL Najaf
Total shots
10.07 avg / game
Blocked
3 total
Avg. 1.50
Al Gharraf
Al Gharraf
Total shots
11.39 avg / game
Blocked
1 total
Avg. 0.50
AL Najaf AL Najaf Pass Al Gharraf Al Gharraf
Total passes
—
Avg. — / game
Accurate
—
Ball possession
46%
Total passes
—
Avg. — / game
Accurate
—
Ball possession
50%
TOTAL ATTACKS
AL Najaf
AL Najaf
1717
Avg. 90.37 / game
 Al Gharraf
Al Gharraf
1936
Avg. 101.89 / game
DANGEROUS ATTACKS
AL Najaf
AL Najaf
956
Avg. 50.32 / game
 Al Gharraf
Al Gharraf
1049
Avg. 55.21 / game
OTHERS
AL Najaf
AL Najaf
19
Played games
Al Gharraf
Al Gharraf
19
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
0.16
3
Clean sheets
7
0.37
3.26
62
Corners
74
3.89
9.21
175
Throw-ins
187
9.84
0.63
12
Offsides
10
0.53
0.00
0
GK saves
0
0.00
AL Najaf
AL Najaf
DISCIPLINARY
Al Gharraf
Al Gharraf
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
1.37
26
Yellow card
38
2.00
0.05
1
Red card
4
0.21
7.89
150
Fouls
112
5.89
0.00
0
Tackles
0
0.00
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How We Build the AL Najaf vs Al Gharraf Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for AL Najaf vs Al Gharraf on 18 January 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 Najaf vs Al Gharraf Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess AL Najaf's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Al Gharraf'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 Najaf and Al Gharraf sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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