Al-Riffa vs Al-Shabbab: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 21 December

Al-Riffa

D D D L W

2nd place in League

3-1

21/12/2023 11:59

Al-Shabbab

W L D L W

7th place in League

Bahraini Premier League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Al-Riffa vs Al-Shabbab on 21 December 2023 (kick-off: 11:59) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Al-Riffa vs Al-Shabbab preview before placing your bet.

Al-Riffa are currently 2nd with 37 points after 22 matches.
Al-Shabbab sit 7th with 27 points from 22 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Al-Riffa to win with probability 61%.
Head-to-head history favors Al-Riffa, who have won 4 of the last 6 meetings. Al-Shabbab have no wins, while 2 matches ended in draws.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

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Weather

11:59

2023-12-21

Al-Riffa vs Al-Shabbab - Prediction & Odds

Al-Riffa

Al-Shabbab

2023-12-21 11:59

STANDINGS UP TO 21/12/2023

League	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Al Khaldiya	44	22	12	8	2	45	18	27
02 Al-Riffa	37	22	10	7	5	35	26	9
03 Al-Muharraq	37	22	9	10	3	40	28	12
04 Al-Ahli(BHR)	33	22	9	6	7	32	30	2
05 Manama Club	33	22	9	6	7	28	26	2
06 Najma Manama	27	22	7	6	9	40	42	-2
07 Al-Shabbab	27	22	7	6	9	28	33	-5
08 Sitra	26	22	5	11	6	29	33	-4
09 Al Hidd	26	22	6	8	8	29	33	-4
10 East Riffa	26	22	6	8	8	27	29	-2
11 Al-Hala	20	22	6	2	14	17	41	-24
12 Busaiteen	18	22	4	6	12	26	37	-11

Relegation Quarter	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Malkia	7	3	2	1	0	8	4	4
02 East Riffa	7	3	2	1	0	6	3	3
03 Al Hidd	3	3	1	0	2	4	6	-2
04 Al-Ittihad(BHR)	0	3	0	0	3	2	7	-5

Head To Head

19/02/2023 13:50

Al-Shabbab

2 - 2

Al-Riffa

BHR D1

11/09/2022 13:00

Al-Riffa

1 - 0

Al-Shabbab

BHR D1

20/08/2020 11:59

Al-Shabbab

1 - 3

Al-Riffa

BHR D1

23/12/2019 10:30

Al-Riffa

3 - 1

Al-Shabbab

BHR D1

04/04/2019 11:59

Al-Riffa

1 - 1

Al-Shabbab

BHR D1

09/12/2018 13:00

Al-Riffa

3 - 1

Al-Shabbab

BHR Cup

Al-Riffa

67%

Draw

33%

Al-Shabbab

Al-Riffa Last 6 matches

17/12/2023 11:59

Al-Ahli(BHR) 2 - 1 Al-Riffa BHR D1

12/12/2023 11:59

Al Zawraa 2 - 1 Al-Riffa AFC Cup

07/12/2023 11:59

Al-Riffa 5 - 0 Al Ali CSC BHR Cup

03/12/2023 11:59

Al-Riffa 1 - 0 Al Khaldiya BHR D1

27/11/2023 14:00

Al-Riffa 6 - 1 Al-Nejmeh AFC Cup

18/11/2023 10:45

Al-Riffa 2 - 2 Malkia BHR FAC

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Al-Shabbab

17/12/2023 11:59

Al Khaldiya 2 - 2 Al-Shabbab BHR D1

09/12/2023 11:59

Al-Shabbab 2 - 2 Al-Ittihad(BHR) BHR Cup

03/12/2023 11:59

Al-Shabbab 1 - 2 Sitra BHR D1

25/11/2023 11:59

East Riffa 1 - 1 Al-Shabbab BHR D1

17/11/2023 10:45

Al-Shabbab 4 - 1 East Riffa BHR FAC

09/11/2023 11:59

Al-Shabbab 0 - 1 Al-Hala BHR D1

Win

17%

Draw

50%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Bahraini Premier Leagu...

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

Played games

Goals

Scored

214

Avg. per game

1.12

Conceded

119

Avg. per game

0.62

Scored

116

Avg. per game

0.72

Conceded

116

Avg. per game

0.72

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 191 matches

YesNo

122 (64%)69 (36%)

In last 191 matches

NoYes

79 (49%)83 (51%)

Al-Riffa

Recent matches

Al-Shabbab

Under /Over

(87%)39 6(13%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(69%)31 14(31%)

Under /Over

(38%)17 28(62%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(18%)8 37(82%)

Under /Over

(56%)25 20(44%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(36%)16 29(64%)

/Yes

(64%)29 16(36%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(38%)17 28(62%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Al-Riffa

Al-Shabbab

Shots

Al-Riffa

Total shots

10.96 avg / game

Blocked

32 total

Avg. 2.91

Al-Shabbab

Total shots

7.32 avg / game

Blocked

7 total

Avg. 1.75

Al-Riffa Pass Al-Shabbab

Total passes

3587

Avg. 448 / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

58%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

49%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Al-Riffa

191

Played games

Al-Shabbab

162

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.36

Clean sheets

0.31

5.67

1083

Corners

660

4.07

0.89

170

Throw-ins

163

1.01

0.23

Offsides

0.03

0.12

GK saves

0.00

Al-Riffa

DISCIPLINARY

Al-Shabbab

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.81

346

272

1.68

0.10

0.07

1.34

256

Fouls

115

0.71

0.66

127

Tackles

0.00

NEXT MATCHES

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NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Al-Riffa vs Al-Shabbab Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Al-Riffa vs Al-Shabbab on 21 December 2023 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 Bahraini 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-Riffa vs Al-Shabbab Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Al-Riffa's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Al-Shabbab'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.

Bahraini 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 Bahraini Premier League standings and the Bahraini Premier League form table to understand exactly where Al-Riffa and Al-Shabbab 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 Bahraini 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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