Zakho vs Al Karma SC Prediction, analysis & Match Preview – March 18

Zakho

L D L D L

8th place in Iraqi Premier League

2-2

18/03/2026 20:15

Al Karma SC

D W D D W

5th place in Iraqi Premier League

Iraqi Premier League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Zakho vs Al Karma SC on March 18, 2026 (kick-off: 20:15) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Zakho vs Al Karma SC preview before placing for you.

Zakho are currently 8th with 56 points after 38 matches.
Al Karma SC sit 5th with 65 points from 38 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Zakho to win with probability 41%.
Head-to-head history favors Zakho, who have won 2 of the last 4 meetings. Al Karma SC 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

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

20:15

2026-03-18

Zakho vs Al Karma SC - Prediction & Odds

Zakho

Al Karma SC

2026-03-18 20:15

STANDINGS UP TO 18/03/2026

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

01 Al Quwa Al Jawiya	89	38	27	8	3	62	28	34
02 Al Shorta	80	38	24	8	6	69	32	37
03 Arbil	80	38	23	11	4	60	30	30
04 Al Zawraa	66	38	17	15	6	50	32	18
05 Al Karma SC	65	38	17	14	7	53	26	27
06 Al Talaba	65	38	18	11	9	53	38	15
07 Al Karkh	60	38	16	12	10	51	41	10
08 Zakho	56	38	15	11	12	51	43	8
09 Newroz SC(IRQ)	54	38	16	6	16	48	47	1
10 Duhok	50	38	13	11	14	44	45	-1
11 Dyala	49	38	13	10	15	40	42	-2
12 Al-Naft	48	38	11	15	12	33	34	-1
13 Mosul FC	47	38	11	14	13	46	49	-3
14 Al Gharraf	44	38	11	11	16	40	43	-3
15 Naft Misan	43	38	11	10	17	48	57	-9
16 AL Minaa	40	38	9	13	16	38	47	-9
17 AI Kahrabaa	38	37	11	5	21	44	56	-12
18 Baghdad	32	38	8	8	22	43	71	-28
19 AL Najaf	23	37	6	5	26	31	68	-37
20 Al Qasim Sport Club	6	38	0	6	32	21	96	-75

Head To Head

27/12/2025 15:00

Al Karma SC

0 - 0

Zakho

IRQ SL

02/07/2025 16:00

Al Karma SC

0 - 0

Zakho

IRQ SL

27/02/2025 16:30

Zakho

2 - 0

Al Karma SC

IRQ C

01/12/2024 16:30

Zakho

1 - 0

Al Karma SC

IRQ SL

Zakho

50%

Draw

50%

Al Karma SC

Zakho Last 6 matches

14/03/2026 18:30

Al Qasim Sport Club 0 - 1 Zakho IRQ SL

26/02/2026 18:30

Zakho 2 - 0 Al Gharraf IRQ SL

22/02/2026 18:00

Zakho 2 - 0 Al-Naft IRQ SL

18/02/2026 17:30

Zakho 3 - 2 Sitra GCC

14/02/2026 12:00

Arbil 0 - 1 Zakho IRQ SL

10/02/2026 17:00

Al-Qadsia SC 1 - 0 Zakho GCC

Win

83%

Draw

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Al Karma SC

12/03/2026 20:15

Al Karma SC 3 - 0 Al Gharraf IRQ SL

07/03/2026 20:15

Al Karma SC 2 - 3 Arbil IRQ SL

01/03/2026 18:00

AL Minaa 2 - 0 Al Karma SC IRQ SL

21/02/2026 20:15

Al Karma SC 3 - 0 Naft Misan IRQ SL

14/02/2026 14:30

Dyala 1 - 1 Al Karma SC IRQ SL

05/02/2026 14:30

Al Karma SC 1 - 1 Al Talaba IRQ SL

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

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

Zakho

242

Al Karma SC

Goals

Scored

149

Avg. per game

0.62

Conceded

130

Avg. per game

0.54

Scored

Avg. per game

0.72

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.48

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 242 matches

YesNo

113 (47%)129 (53%)

In last 242 matches

NoYes

41 (50%)41 (50%)

Zakho

Recent matches

Al Karma SC

Under /Over

(73%)33 12(27%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(64%)29 16(36%)

Under /Over

(22%)10 35(78%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(20%)9 36(80%)

Under /Over

(38%)17 28(62%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(33%)15 30(67%)

/Yes

(53%)24 21(47%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(38%)17 28(62%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Zakho

Al Karma SC

Shots

Zakho

Total shots

9.10 avg / game

Blocked

16 total

Avg. 2.00

Al Karma SC

Total shots

10.04 avg / game

Blocked

3 total

Avg. 1.50

Zakho Pass Al Karma SC

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

51%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

52%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Zakho

242

Played games

Al Karma SC

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.39

Clean sheets

0.48

1.74

420

Corners

359

4.38

1.61

390

Throw-ins

322

3.93

0.14

Offsides

0.20

0.00

GK saves

0.00

Zakho

DISCIPLINARY

Al Karma SC

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.12

271

160

1.95

0.11

0.16

1.15

279

Fouls

233

2.84

0.00

Tackles

0.00

NEXT MATCHES

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NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Zakho vs Al Karma SC Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Zakho vs Al Karma SC on 18 March 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.

Zakho vs Al Karma SC Form Analysis

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