Al-Gharraf desperately need points on Monday, Apr 19 at 5:00 PM in the Stars League. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.

Al Shorta come into this fixture in good form (3W 2D 0L recently). Al-Gharraf travel struggling badly (0W 4L in last 5), which may hand the initiative to the hosts. Al Shorta won their last outing, while Al-Gharraf suffered defeat — home advantage backed by momentum.

History strongly favours Al Shorta here — they've won 3 of 3 previous meetings against Al-Gharraf. Their last encounter ended in Al-Gharraf won 1–2.

Verdict: Al Shorta look the stronger side on current evidence. Expect them to control proceedings at home, though Al-Gharraf will make it uncomfortable. Al Shorta to win.