Saudi Arabia vs Iraq Prediction: Saudi Arabia Favorites to Win and Qualify for the Next Stage

With Saudi Arabia taking on Iraq at the Basra International Stadium we can expect a change in the Group A points table. Without any doubt, Saudi Arabia stands as favorites to win and make it through to the next phase, the semi-finals. Green Falcons will be determined for bagging another win and securing their seat in the semi-final. On the other hand, Iraq is coming off a draw against Oman, in which the two sides missed absolute sublime goal scoring chances. Now, comparing the head to head statistics of the two sides, Iraq leads the count with 17 wins from 35 games played between the two. Though Iraq leads the head to head wins, Saudi Arabia will walk in as the favorites to win.

Saudi Arabia - Roaring High in Confidence (WLLWL)

After finishing of the World Cup campaign, Saudi Arabia finally finds itself in the winning momentum. In the game against Yemen (0-2), Sumayhan Alnabit and Musab Aljuwayr scored goals. The Saudi Arabia played against Iraq in the World Cup qualifiers; Green Falcons won (1-0). Moreover, their last friendly outing ended in a draw (1-1). If we look the overall form of Saudi Arabia, it just managed to win just two of its last six games played. With a goal scoring average of 1 goal per game in the last five games played, Saudi is likely to score a goal early in the first half of play. 

Key Players for Saudi Arabia

• S. Al-Nabit
• R. Sharahili
• T. Al-Ammar

Iraq - Has Drawn Four of its Last Five Games Played (DDLDD)

Going in the contest, Iraq is coming off a draw against Oman, in which both sides took few unwanted chances and eventually ended up drawing the contest. However, Iraq missed few exceptional chances in the previous game, it is likely to come up with a decent plan and attack against Saudi Arabia. Iraq also got two yellow cards, however, that won’t matter now as it will be a new gameday with a new motive. If Iraq loses tomorrow, it’s chances for qualifying for the semis will be in hot waters. 

Key Players for Iraq

• H. Jabbar
• A. Attiya
• Hussein Ali

Expert Betting Tips

Going in the contest, we might expect a thriller roller coaster with both teams managing to score initially. The game total is expected to be under 2.5 goals, and the game to end in a draw. The final score line is predicted to be 1-1.

• Final Result- Draw for 3.00
• Total Under 2.5 for 1.5
• Both Teams to Score - Yes for 2.10