Umm Salal SC vs Al-Markhiya SC Prediction: Al-Markhiya’s struggle continues

In the upcoming 11th round of the Qatar Stars League, an exciting clash is set to take place as Umm Salal SC prepares to face Al-Markhiya SC at the Abdullah Bin Khalifa Stadium on Friday. Umm Salal secured a shocking victory over Al-Duhail in their last league game while Markhiya continues to struggle. Our prediction leans towards a win or draw for Umm Salal. Presented here are carefully prepared tips to enhance your anticipation for the forthcoming match.

Umm Salal SC (6th)

Form: WLWLL

Umm Salal faced formidable opponents in their last five league matches, but they achieved a surprising victory in their most recent game against Al-Duhail, securing a 0-1 win. Aiming to capitalize on this positive momentum, they are set to face Al-Markhiya on Friday. In the broader context of the season, Umm Salal has enjoyed a reasonably successful campaign in the league, with four wins, two draws, and four losses in ten games played.

Al-Markhiya SC (12th)

Form: LLLLW

Al-Markhiya is currently facing a challenging season, positioned at the bottom of the league table. Their campaign has been marked by just one win and nine losses. In their recent clash against Al-Rayyan SC, they experienced a crushing 0-4 defeat, highlighting their ongoing struggle. As they prepare to take on Umm Salal on Friday, Al-Markhiya is undoubtedly eager for a more positive outcome. In the current season, their league record stands at one win and nine losses from ten games played.

Head-To-Head Statistics

A critical look at their last 5 encounters produced 2 victories for Umm Salal, a victory for Al-Markhiya, and 2 draws.

Expert Betting Tips

Al-Markhiya's ongoing struggles at the bottom of the league table make it unlikely for them to pose a significant threat to Umm Salal in this upcoming game. Umm Salal, coming off a victory over the defending champions Al-Duhail, aims to maintain that momentum. Our prediction leans towards a win or draw for Umm Salal, given Al-Markhiya's poor form. Additionally, considering the low number of corners in Al-Markhiya's last four league games, we anticipate a similar outcome in this match.