Al Shorta vs Baghdad: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 08 April

Al Shorta
WWWLW
2nd place in Iraqi Premier League
1
4-1
FT
08/04/2026 08:00
Baghdad
DLLWL
18th place in Iraqi Premier League
Iraqi Premier League
MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Al Shorta vs Baghdad on 08 April 2026 (kick-off: 08:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Al Shorta vs Baghdad preview before placing your bet.

  • Al Shorta are currently 2nd with 80 points after 38 matches.
  • Baghdad sit 18th with 32 points from 38 matches.
  • Our algorithm prediction: Al Shorta to win with probability 72%.
  • Head-to-head history favors Al Shorta, who have won 4 of the last 6 meetings. Baghdad have one win, while one match ended in a draw.
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Al Shorta vs Baghdad - Prediction & Odds

Al Shorta
Al Shorta
Baghdad
Baghdad
2026-04-08 08:00
72
18
10
1
2 - 1
2 - 1
2.75
1.25
FT
4-1 2-0
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weather
24°C
STANDINGS UP TO 08/04/2026
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
30/12/2025 11:30
Baghdad Baghdad
2 - 1
Al Shorta Al Shorta
IRQ SL
13/05/2024 11:00
Al Shorta Al Shorta
2 - 1
Baghdad Baghdad
IRQ SL
05/12/2023 07:30
Baghdad Baghdad
1 - 2
Al Shorta Al Shorta
IRQ SL
07/06/2022 14:45
Al Shorta Al Shorta
2 - 0
Baghdad Baghdad
IRQ SL
31/12/2021 07:00
Baghdad Baghdad
1 - 3
Al Shorta Al Shorta
IRQ SL
01/03/2021 07:00
Baghdad Baghdad
1 - 1
Al Shorta Al Shorta
IRQ SL
Al Shorta
4
67%
Draw
1
17%
Baghdad
1
17%
Al Shorta Al Shorta Last 6 matches
04/04/2026 12:30
AL Najaf 1 - 3 Al Shorta IRQ SL
31/03/2026 08:00
Al Shorta 3 - 3 Al Quwa Al Jawiya IRQ SL
26/03/2026 08:30
Zakho 0 - 2 Al Shorta IRQ SL
21/03/2026 12:30
Al-Naft 1 - 1 Al Shorta IRQ SL
17/03/2026 16:15
Al Shorta 3 - 3 Al Talaba IRQ SL
12/03/2026 16:15
Mosul FC 0 - 1 Al Shorta IRQ SL
Win
50%
Draw
50%
Lost
0%
Last 6 matches Baghdad Baghdad
03/04/2026 12:30
Baghdad 1 - 2 Zakho IRQ SL
30/03/2026 14:30
Baghdad 2 - 1 Al Karma SC IRQ SL
25/03/2026 11:00
Al Talaba 2 - 1 Baghdad IRQ SL
21/03/2026 12:30
Al Zawraa 3 - 2 Baghdad IRQ SL
17/03/2026 14:00
Al Quwa Al Jawiya 3 - 1 Baghdad IRQ SL
12/03/2026 14:00
Baghdad 0 - 2 Newroz SC(IRQ) IRQ SL
Win
17%
Draw
0%
Lost
83%
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 Shorta
Al Shorta
266
 Baghdad
Baghdad
189
Goals
Scored
194
Avg. per game
0.73
Conceded
92
Avg. per game
0.35
Scored
78
Avg. per game
0.41
Conceded
102
Avg. per game
0.54
Scored a goal
In last 6 matches
YesNo
4 (67%)2 (33%)
In last 6 matches
NoYes
2 (33%)4 (67%)
In last 266 matches
YesNo
151 (57%)115 (43%)
In last 266 matches
NoYes
64 (34%)125 (66%)
Al Shorta

Al Shorta

Recent matches

Baghdad

Baghdad

Under /Over

(76%)34 11(24%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(80%)36 9(20%)

Under /Over

(33%)15 30(67%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(40%)18 27(60%)

Under /Over

(42%)19 26(58%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(44%)20 25(56%)

/Yes

(49%)22 23(51%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(64%)29 16(36%)
GOALS BY TIME PERIOD
Al Shorta Al Shorta
Baghdad Baghdad
Shots
Al Shorta
Al Shorta
Total shots
10.33 avg / game
Blocked
61 total
Avg. 2.90
Baghdad
Baghdad
Total shots
8.69 avg / game
Blocked
15 total
Avg. 1.88
Al Shorta Al Shorta Pass Baghdad Baghdad
Total passes
8456
Avg. 423 / game
Accurate
83%
Ball possession
53%
Total passes
—
Avg. — / game
Accurate
—
Ball possession
48%
TOTAL ATTACKS
Al Shorta
Al Shorta
18091
Avg. 68.01 / game
 Baghdad
Baghdad
12408
Avg. 65.65 / game
DANGEROUS ATTACKS
Al Shorta
Al Shorta
13050
Avg. 49.06 / game
 Baghdad
Baghdad
9139
Avg. 48.35 / game
OTHERS
Al Shorta
Al Shorta
266
Played games
Baghdad
Baghdad
189
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
0.47
125
Clean sheets
50
0.26
4.15
1103
Corners
540
2.86
2.50
666
Throw-ins
404
2.14
0.27
71
Offsides
16
0.08
0.25
66
GK saves
0
0.00
Al Shorta
Al Shorta
DISCIPLINARY
Baghdad
Baghdad
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
1.30
345
Yellow card
300
1.59
0.09
23
Red card
19
0.10
1.90
505
Fouls
248
1.31
0.97
259
Tackles
0
0.00
NEXT MATCHES
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How We Build the Al Shorta vs Baghdad Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Al Shorta vs Baghdad on 08 April 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 Shorta vs Baghdad Form Analysis

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