Al-Taawoun vs Al-Shabab: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 May

Al-Taawoun

W L D W D

4th place in Saudi Professional League

1-0

18/05/2024 12:20

Al-Shabab

W W L L L

8th place in Saudi Professional League

Saudi Professional League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Al-Taawoun vs Al-Shabab on 18 May 2024 (kick-off: 12:20) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Al-Taawoun vs Al-Shabab preview before placing your bet.

Al-Taawoun will face Al-Shabab in Saudi Professional League on May 18, 2024 at 12:20.
Al-Taawoun are currently 4th with 59 points after 34 matches.
Al-Shabab sit 8th with 44 points from 34 matches.
Current model prediction leans yellow with a projected score of 2 - 1 and average coefficient 2.35.

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 %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

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Weather

12:20

2024-05-18

Al-Taawoun vs Al-Shabab - Prediction & Odds

Al-Taawoun

Al-Shabab

2024-05-18 12:20

STANDINGS UP TO 18/05/2024

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

01 Al Hilal	96	34	31	3	0	101	23	78
02 Al-Nassr	82	34	26	4	4	100	42	58
03 Al-Ahli SFC	65	34	19	8	7	67	35	32
04 Al-Taawon	59	34	16	11	7	51	35	16
05 Al-Ittihad	54	34	16	6	12	63	54	9
06 Al-Ettifaq	48	34	12	12	10	43	34	9
07 Al-Fateh	45	34	12	9	13	57	55	2
08 Al-Shabab	44	34	12	8	14	45	42	3
09 Al-Feiha	44	34	11	11	12	44	52	-8
10 Dhamk	41	34	10	11	13	44	45	-1
11 Al Raed	37	34	9	10	15	41	49	-8
12 Al-Khaleej	37	34	9	10	15	36	47	-11
13 Al-Wehda	36	34	10	6	18	45	60	-15
14 Al-Riyadh	35	34	8	11	15	33	57	-24
15 Al-Akhdoud	33	34	9	6	19	33	52	-19
16 Abha	32	34	9	5	20	38	87	-49
17 Al-Tai	31	34	8	7	19	34	64	-30
18 Al-Hazm	24	34	4	12	18	34	76	-42

Head To Head

02/12/2023 14:00

Al-Shabab

1 - 2

Al-Taawon

SPL

27/05/2023 14:00

Al-Shabab

0 - 3

Al-Taawon

SPL

20/01/2023 13:30

Al-Taawon

1 - 1

Al-Shabab

SPL

23/06/2022 14:00

Al-Taawon

1 - 1

Al-Shabab

SPL

27/12/2021 10:50

Al-Shabab

3 - 1

Al-Taawon

SPL

20/03/2021 11:40

Al-Shabab

1 - 3

Al-Taawon

SPL

Al-Shabab

17%

Draw

33%

Al-Taawon

50%

Al-Taawoun Last 6 matches

09/05/2024 11:00

Al-Riyadh 0 - 0 Al-Taawon

SPL

03/05/2024 11:00

Al-Taawon 0 - 3 Al Hilal

SPL

26/04/2024 11:00

Dhamk 0 - 1 Al-Taawon

SPL

18/04/2024 11:00

Al-Taawon 1 - 1 Al-Khaleej

SPL

05/04/2024 15:00

Al-Ittihad 0 - 0 Al-Taawon

SPL

02/04/2024 15:00

Al-Tai 2 - 3 Al-Taawon

SPL

Win

Draw

100%

Lost

Last 6 matches Al-Shabab

04/05/2024 11:00

Al-Shabab 2 - 0 Al Raed

SPL

26/04/2024 14:00

Al-Ittihad 1 - 3 Al-Shabab

SPL

18/04/2024 14:00

Al-Shabab 5 - 0 Abha

SPL

06/04/2024 15:00

Al-Tai 0 - 0 Al-Shabab

SPL

03/04/2024 15:00

Al-Shabab 1 - 0 Al-Riyadh

SPL

30/03/2024 15:00

Al-Shabab 3 - 4 Al Hilal

SPL

Win

67%

Draw

17%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

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

Played games

Al-Taawoun

Al-Shabab

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.79

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.44

Scored

Avg. per game

0.97

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.74

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 34 matches

YesNo

18 (53%)16 (47%)

In last 34 matches

NoYes

20 (59%)14 (41%)

Al-Taawoun

Recent matches

Al-Shabab

Under /Over

(71%)24 10(29%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(65%)22 12(35%)

Under /Over

(44%)15 19(56%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(21%)7 27(79%)

Under /Over

(41%)14 20(59%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(53%)18 16(47%)

/Yes

(53%)18 16(47%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(47%)16 18(53%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Al-Taawoun

Al-Shabab

Shots

Al-Taawoun

Total shots

14.74 avg / game

Blocked

90 total

Avg. 3.00

Al-Shabab

Total shots

13.50 avg / game

Blocked

118 total

Avg. 3.81

Al-Taawoun Pass Al-Shabab

Total passes

16306

Avg. 480 / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

54%

Total passes

16547

Avg. 487 / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

57%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Al-Taawoun

Played games

Al-Shabab

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.38

Clean sheets

0.38

5.06

172

Corners

190

5.59

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

1.97

Offsides

2.29

2.41

GK saves

2.21

Al-Taawoun

DISCIPLINARY

Al-Shabab

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.56

2.18

0.06

0.24

12.44

423

Fouls

451

13.26

17.15

583

Tackles

534

15.71

NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Al-Taawoun vs Al-Shabab Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Al-Taawoun vs Al-Shabab on 18 May 2024 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 Saudi Professional 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-Taawoun vs Al-Shabab Form Analysis

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

Saudi Professional 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 Saudi Professional League standings and the Saudi Professional League form table to understand exactly where Al-Taawoun and Al-Shabab sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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