Syria vs Australia Prediction: The Socceroos Will Go Beyond And Above The Call Duty For A Decisive Victory

Syria will welcome Australia to the Jassim Bin Hamad Stadium in the second round of the AFC Asian Cup.

After securing a draw against Uzbekistan in their group stage opener, Syria aims to defy the odds and pull off an upset, facing the formidable Australia in their upcoming match.

Let's have a look at the latest AFC Asian Cup predictions between Syria vs. Australia, probable lineups, match facts and betting odds for you to consider!

Note: Odds are subject to change at any time!

Syria

FIFA Ranking: 91st

Making their seventh appearance in the AFC Asian Cup is Syria, who were inches away from causing a major upset in their initial match against Uzbekistan at the Jassim Bin Hamad Stadium. Having registered two goal attempts with none finding the target in the second half, however, despite that poor display, it seemed highly likely that the Qasioun Eagles had secured a match-winning goal in the 77th minute through Ibrahim Hesar, although the goal was ruled out for an obvious offside, which witnessed them settle for a point in a goalless draw.

With that draw, Héctor Cúper's wards sit second in Group B and have a chance to qualify for the knockout stages, although achieving such a feat is contingent on certain conditions, and their pathway involves securing at least a draw in this encounter. If successful, a victory against India on the last group stage matchday could see their dreams materialize (although they also need Uzbekistan to drop points).

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-4-2

Madania; Jenyat, Ousou, Krouma, Ajan; Youssef, Elias, Ham, Ramadan; Khribin, Dali

Australia

FIFA Ranking: 25th

Australia, on the other hand, were all smiles as they saw off the threat of India at the Ahmed bin Ali Stadium, winning 2-0 to occupy first place in Group B. However, their inefficiency in front of goal prevented them from securing a decisive victory.

Considered one of the candidates to go the extra mile and win the tournament, the Socceroos' triumph on the international stage can be attributed to their steadfast defense. that has seen them concede three goals in their last seven matches. With a five-match winning streak across all competitions, Graham Arnold's wards should be confident in extending that run to six matches against an out-of-sorts Syria.

Probable Starting XI

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Ryan; Jones, Souttar, Rowles, Behich; O'Neill, Irvine; Boyle, McGree, Goodwin; Duke

Match Facts

• Syria have won one of their six matches across all competitions.
• Australia has kept five consecutive clean sheets across all competitions.
• Syria averages 0.8 goals per game when playing at home, and Australia averages 2 goals per game when playing away.

Head-To-Head

In the last 3 meetings, Syria has won 0 times, Australia has won 2 times, and there has been 1 draw with the goal difference being 6-4 in favor of Australia.

Expert Betting Tips

As the nominal home team, Syria has been in poor form, winning only one of their last seven matches. Anticipating them to pull off a surprising victory in this one might be overly optimistic.

While Australia, on the other hand, failed to secure a commanding win in their group stage opener against India, this might be their chance to do so away from home, as their victory in this one appears inevitable against clear underdogs. As such, we anticipate the Aussies to score in both halves, a likelihood that should materialize.

• Away To Score In Both Halves - Yes for 2.25
• W2 & TO 1.5 for 1.7
• Anytime Goalscorer - Martin Boyle for 3.10