Saudi Arabia vs Iraq Prediction, Free Betting Tips & Odds

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Date: 9th January 2023
Kick-Off: 16:15 UK, 17:15 CET

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.

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

12/01/23

Gulf Cup Gulf

Oman

Saudi Arabia

2

1

L

09/01/23

Gulf Cup Gulf

Iraq

Saudi Arabia

2

0

L

06/01/23

Gulf Cup Gulf

Yemen

Saudi Arabia

0

2

W

30/11/22

World Cup 2022 WC2022

Mexico

Saudi Arabia

2

1

L

26/11/22

World Cup 2022 WC2022

Poland

Saudi Arabia

2

0

L

Last Five - Iraq

12/01/23

Gulf Cup Gulf

Yemen

Iraq

0

5

W

09/01/23

Gulf Cup Gulf

Saudi Arabia

Iraq

0

2

W

06/01/23

Gulf Cup Gulf

Oman

Iraq

0

0

D

12/11/22

International Match International

Ecuador

Iraq

0

0

D

09/11/22

International Match International

Mexico

Iraq

4

0

L

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.