Al-Sharjah vs Ittihad Kalba: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 January

Al-Sharjah

W D L L D

8th place in UAE Pro-League

3-1

18/01/2026 11:45

Ittihad Kalba

D D L D L

11th place in UAE Pro-League

UAE Pro-League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Al-Sharjah vs Ittihad Kalba on 18 January 2026 (kick-off: 11:45) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Al-Sharjah vs Ittihad Kalba preview before placing your bet.

Al-Sharjah are currently 8th with 29 points after 26 matches.
Ittihad Kalba sit 11th with 24 points from 26 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Al-Sharjah to win with probability 61%.
Head-to-head history is evenly balanced: Al-Sharjah and Ittihad Kalba have each won 3 of the last 6 meetings, while 0 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

11:45

2026-01-18

Al-Sharjah vs Ittihad Kalba - Prediction & Odds

Al-Sharjah

Ittihad Kalba

2026-01-18 11:45

STANDINGS UP TO 18/01/2026

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Al Ain	68	26	21	5	0	62	18	44
02 Shabab Al Ahli	58	26	17	7	2	60	18	42
03 Al-Wasl	48	26	14	6	6	39	29	10
04 Al-Jazira(UAE)	44	26	13	5	8	46	30	16
05 Al Wahda(UAE)	40	26	10	10	6	38	26	12
06 Al Nasr Dubai	38	26	9	11	6	36	34	2
07 Ajman	32	26	9	5	12	27	34	-7
08 Al-Sharjah	29	26	8	5	13	35	47	-12
09 Khor Fakkan	27	26	6	9	11	35	45	-10
10 Banni Yas	27	26	7	6	13	29	43	-14
11 Ittihad Kalba	24	26	5	9	12	29	45	-16
12 Al-Dhafra	22	26	6	4	16	28	52	-24
13 Al Bataeh	21	26	4	9	13	24	37	-13
14 Dibba Al-Fujairah	20	26	5	5	16	25	55	-30

Head To Head

06/02/2025 12:00

Ittihad Kalba

2 - 1

Al-Sharjah

UAE LP

29/08/2024 12:30

Al-Sharjah

1 - 0

Ittihad Kalba

UAE LP

24/02/2024 11:59

Al-Sharjah

1 - 0

Ittihad Kalba

UAE LP

18/11/2023 11:30

Ittihad Kalba

2 - 1

Al-Sharjah

UAE C

19/10/2023 08:50

Al-Sharjah

2 - 3

Ittihad Kalba

UAE C

18/08/2023 10:00

Ittihad Kalba

3 - 4

Al-Sharjah

UAE LP

Al-Sharjah

50%

Draw

Ittihad Kalba

50%

Al-Sharjah Last 6 matches

10/01/2026 11:45

Al Wahda(UAE) 1 - 1 Al-Sharjah UAE LP

06/01/2026 09:00

Al Nasr Dubai 2 - 4 Al-Sharjah UAE LP

02/01/2026 11:45

Al Ain 1 - 0 Al-Sharjah UAE LP

27/12/2025 12:00

Shabab Al Ahli 2 - 3 Al-Sharjah UAE SC

22/12/2025 12:00

Al-Sharjah 0 - 1 Al Hilal ACLE

15/12/2025 08:00

Al-Sharjah 2 - 2 Al-Khaleej INT CF

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Ittihad Kalba

07/01/2026 09:00

Ittihad Kalba 2 - 2 Al-Wasl UAE LP

03/01/2026 08:55

Ajman 0 - 1 Ittihad Kalba UAE LP

29/12/2025 08:50

Ittihad Kalba 1 - 1 Al-Jazira(UAE) UAE LP

20/12/2025 11:30

Al Ain 2 - 0 Ittihad Kalba UAE LP

22/11/2025 08:40

Ittihad Kalba 1 - 3 Al Bataeh UAE LP

01/11/2025 09:00

Al-Dhafra 3 - 0 Ittihad Kalba UAE LP

Win

17%

Draw

33%

Lost

50%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues UAE Pro-League

Played games

Goals

Scored

439

Avg. per game

1.62

Conceded

332

Avg. per game

1.23

Scored

279

Avg. per game

1.39

Conceded

315

Avg. per game

1.57

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 271 matches

YesNo

217 (80%)54 (20%)

In last 271 matches

NoYes

151 (75%)50 (25%)

Al-Sharjah

Recent matches

Ittihad Kalba

Under /Over

(84%)38 7(16%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(78%)35 10(22%)

Under /Over

(42%)19 26(58%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(38%)17 28(62%)

Under /Over

(49%)22 23(51%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(56%)25 20(44%)

/Yes

(60%)27 18(40%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(64%)29 16(36%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Al-Sharjah

Ittihad Kalba

Shots

Al-Sharjah

Total shots

10.94 avg / game

Blocked

283 total

Avg. 3.22

Ittihad Kalba

Total shots

11.31 avg / game

Blocked

220 total

Avg. 3.33

Al-Sharjah Pass Ittihad Kalba

Total passes

56576

Avg. 413 / game

Accurate

82%

Ball possession

52%

Total passes

33006

Avg. 355 / game

Accurate

80%

Ball possession

47%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Al-Sharjah

271

Played games

Ittihad Kalba

201

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.30

Clean sheets

0.22

4.59

1245

Corners

980

4.88

5.54

1500

Throw-ins

1023

5.09

1.23

333

Offsides

144

0.72

1.18

321

GK saves

317

1.58

Al-Sharjah

DISCIPLINARY

Ittihad Kalba

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.24

607

380

1.89

0.12

0.17

7.77

2106

Fouls

1131

5.63

6.08

1649

Tackles

1072

5.33

NEXT MATCHES

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NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Al-Sharjah vs Ittihad Kalba Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Al-Sharjah vs Ittihad Kalba 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 UAE Pro-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-Sharjah vs Ittihad Kalba Form Analysis

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

UAE Pro-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 UAE Pro-League standings and the UAE Pro-League form table to understand exactly where Al-Sharjah and Ittihad Kalba 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 UAE Pro-League predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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