Match context: tight top-versus-mid clash at Al-Ubayyid
The Sudani Premier League delivers another compact evening of domestic drama as Hay Al Wadi welcome table-toppers Hilal El-Fasher to Al-Ubayyid Stadium on 02/02/2026. Hay Al Wadi sit fifth after six matches with eight points, a team that has shown moments of resilience but also a tendency to trade results in a season of narrow margins. Hilal El-Fasher arrive in form and at the summit of the table on 11 points, carrying the confidence of a side that has managed results consistently enough to lead the pack early in the campaign. The stage is set for a tactical, low-scoring affair under the Al-Ubayyid floodlights — a game where fine margins and defensive discipline could decide the outcome.
Form and recent performances
Hay Al Wadi’s results have produced a mixed bag lately: draws against Haidob En Nahud and Al Merreikh El Obeid, a narrow home reverse to Al Zamala Umm Ruwaba and a home victory over Al Fajr earlier in January. Their six-match league slate shows a balanced goals record — seven scored and seven conceded — and just one clean sheet at home, suggesting vulnerability at times in defence. Hilal El-Fasher, by contrast, boast three clean sheets and have conceded fewer goals overall (four) while chipping in with five strikes of their own. Their recent run includes a narrow away win and a string of draws, demonstrating a side that grinds out results and thrives on defensive organisation. The most recent head-to-head this month saw Hilal beat Hay 1-0, a reminder that they have already imposed themselves on this opponent.
Key stats and what they mean for the game
Statistically, this clash leans toward a tight scoreline. Hay Al Wadi’s home numbers show four goals scored and three conceded, while Hilal’s away record reflects a stingier backline with only one goal conceded away in the recorded away stats — an indication their system is effective when travelling. Both teams have a 50% BTTS rate in certain samples, but Hilal’s trio of clean sheets suggests they are likelier to keep the scoreboard quiet. Recent matches for both sides have produced fewer high-scoring affairs; Hay have seen 50% over 2.5 in some home samples but Hilal’s overall over 2.5 percentage is much lower, pointing to under-focused outcomes.
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Betting suggestion (required) Given the data — Hilal El-Fasher leading the table, superior defensive record with three clean sheets, and a recent 1-0 victory over Hay Al Wadi — the clearest single-market play is a 1X2 selection on Hilal El-Fasher to win. This choice leans on their consistency, head-to-head edge, and the likelihood of a low-scoring contest where defensive organisation carries the day. As always, size your stake responsibly and consider reading about the right time to place bets on goal markets if you prefer a goals-based alternative such as Under 2.5.
