Al Najma vs Al Safa tips and predictions

Al Safa to overachieve; stalemate beckons

There's not much between Al Najma and Al Safa in the Division 1. The hosts are in ninth place with 44 points, compared to their opponents who are in tenth place on 40 points.

This isn't a confident view but the short price for Al Najma has made them unbackable. Al Safa don't look likely to get the win but they can cause some problems. Building on the strong rearguard performances of both sides, a goalless stalemate is the pick but it's certainly not something to get carried away with.

Both of these sides have looked strong in defence. Establishing something of a fortress against pressure, Al Najma haven't conceded at all during their latest 3 matches and Al Safa have been impressive defensively on the road. These players have only let in an average of 0.6 goals per game over their last 5 matches away from home.

Few would argue with the notion that both sides can get in on the act despite the favouritism for Al Najma. However the odds-against for the No BTTS is actually the standout from that market. And if you're interested in the goal line, it's Under 1.5 Goals in this match given these prices.

Al Najma have drawn 4 of their last 11 matches, including their most recent match when they drew 0-0 with Al Orubah at home in April. Al Safa have drawn 5 of their last 10 matches. Their most recent tied match was when they drew with Jeddah last Thursday. It's not very exciting and it feels like a match to be nervous about but the draw warrants consideration. Stalemate is the pick after what looks set to be a low-scoring affair.