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Date: 9th January 2023
Kick-Off: 16:15 UK, 17:15 CET
Prediction 1
Under 2.5 Goals
1/2 (1.50)
Prediction 2
Saudi Arabia to Win
5/2 (3.50)
Prediction 3
1:0 to Saudi Arabia
15/2 (7.50)
Saudi Arabia will face Iraq in another match from the second round of the group stage of the GULF Cup.
Saudi Arabia vs Iraq: Top Free Betting Tips
Saudi Arabia started with a solid win and are the expected favorites against Iraq. Here are our predictions.
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Total Goals Prediction: Under 2.5 Goals
This will be an interesting match and we have two fairly similar national teams when it comes to playing style. Saudi Arabia and Iraq share the same defensive style of football and this is why we expect a low scoreline. Saudi Arabia dominated Yemen but that was expected and it will not be the same against Iraq. We expect a low-scoring match.
Match Result Prediction: Saudi Arabia to Win
Both national teams will have their chances but right now, Saudi Arabia should be the better squad and we expect a narrow win here. They showed some good football during the World Cup and should now be motivated to get this trophy and Iraq will not be their most difficult opponent to beat.
Correct Score Prediction: 1:0 to Saudi Arabia
Curiously, most of the games between Saudi Arabia and Iraq over the years ended with over 2.5 goals but right now, the teams have quite a different style than before. Iraq had a single match with over 1 goals in the last five total and we do not think that there will be more than one in this one either.
Saudi Arabia vs Iraq: Form, Recent Games, and News
Saudi Arabia Preview
Saudi Arabia gave the world one of the most shocking results in the history of the World Cup after beating the future World Champions Argentina with 1:2 in the opening game. Since then, however, the team failed in both other games and finished its participation. Nevertheless, they remain one of the best national teams in Asia and one of the favorites for this tournament.
Iraq Preview
Iraq are not such a bad national team despite the fact that the country is in no shape for football development or anything similar. Nevertheless, Iraq have been improving and the team may have what it takes to contest for the Gulf Cup. This match is their biggest test as if they manage to beat Saudi Arabia, then they will be considered a challenger.
Top Betting Odds and Stats for Saudi Arabia vs Iraq
Here are the top stats for the game along with a tool to help you pick the best odds.
Head to Head
15/10/18
International Match International
Saudi Arabia
Iraq
1
1
28/02/18
International Match International
Iraq
Saudi Arabia
4
1
28/03/17
Asia - World Cup Qualifying AWC
Saudi Arabia
Iraq
1
0
06/09/16
Asia - World Cup Qualifying AWC
Iraq
Saudi Arabia
1
2
Last Five - Saudi Arabia
12/09/23
International Match International
South Korea
Saudi Arabia
1
0
L
08/09/23
International Match International
Costa Rica
Saudi Arabia
3
1
L
28/03/23
International Match International
Bolivia
Saudi Arabia
2
1
L
24/03/23
International Match International
Venezuela
Saudi Arabia
2
1
L
12/01/23
Gulf Cup Gulf
Oman
Saudi Arabia
2
1
L
Last Five - Iraq
10/09/23
International Match International
Thailand
Iraq
2
2
D
07/09/23
International Match International
India
Iraq
2 (4)
2 (5)
W
16/06/23
International Match International
Colombia
Iraq
1
0
L
26/03/23
International Match International
Russia
Iraq
2
0
L
19/01/23
Gulf Cup Gulf
Oman
Iraq
2
3
W
FAQs regarding Saudi Arabia vs Iraq
In which places are the two national teams in the FIFA World Rankings?
Curiously, they are not that far apart. Saudi Arabia are now ranked 49th while Iraq are 68th.
Which team won the previous encounter?
The teams last met in 2018 in a friendly game that ended in a 1:1 draw.
Which team is the favorite to win this game?
Saudi Arabia have a significant advantage ahead of this match.
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