Saudi Arabia vs Mexico Prediction: Much on the Line for the Two Sides

In the upcoming fixture of the FIFA World Cup, Saudi Arabia will take on Mexico at Lusail Stadium in Lusail. With Saudi Arabia standing third at the points table, with a win and three points, it has decent chances for winning and topping the table. However, such an outcome is based on several situations which are likely to fluctuate as Poland takes on Argentina. Mexico is certainly out of the race, but has decent chances for winning against Saudi Arabia. In the five head-to-head games played, Mexico has won four and tied a game. As Saudi Arabia hasn’t defeated Mexico to date, we can expect a decent encounter, with Mexico favorite to win.

Saudi Arabia - Need to Learn from Past Mistakes (LWLWD)

With very rare chances for qualifying, Saudi Arabia might be the underdogs against Mexico. After winning an absolute sitter against Argentina, Saudi Arabia couldn’t capitalize on the opportunity and finish at the top of the table. Yasser Al-Shahrani returned home following a successful jaw operation, and Herve Renard is anticipated to select a starting lineup that is identical to the one that competed against Argentina and Poland. The Green Falcons' performance in the Poland encounter was dismal as goals from Piotr Zielinski and Robert Lewandowski defeated them 2-0.

Expected Opening Lineup for Saudi Arabia

Al-Owais; Al-Burayk, Al-Boleahi, Al-Amri, Abdulhamid; Al-Najei, Al-Malki, Kanno; Al-Buraikan, Al-Shehiri, Al Dawsari.

Mexico - Playing for Pride and Honour (LDLWL)

Going in the game, Mexico is coming off a defeat against Argentina (2-0) and a draw against Poland (0-0). For the final game of the group stage, Mexico is likely to carry on with a 3-5-2 formation, with Lozano and Vega leading the attack. Raul Jimenez's recent fitness difficulties make it uncertain whether he will be trusted to lead the line. Andres Guardado, who was substituted due to injury and is questionable for this World Cup, is the sixth male player to appear in five World Cups.

Expected Opening Lineup for Mexico

Ochoa; Araujo, Montes, Moreno; K. Alvarez, Chavez, Herrera, E. Alvarez, Gallardo; Lozano, Vega.

Expert Betting Tips

For the upcoming contest, it gets difficult to predict as there’s much on the line for the two sides. Mexico is likely to win a close competition with a margin of one or two goals. Saudi Arabia will be highly relying on the likes of Al-Shehiri and Al-Buraikan.

• Mexico to Win for 1.66
• Correct Score 1-2 for 7.50
• Both Teams to Score - Yes for 2.25

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