Saudi Arabia – Australia : Preview & Prediction
This last game between Saudi Arabia, 2nd, and Australia, 3rd, does not present any stake since these two selections are assured to keep their place whatever the result of this 10th day. Saudi Arabia, who cannot be joined by their opponents because their 5-point lead is insurmountable, have booked their ticket to the World Cup in Qatar. Hervé Renard’s team will have to finish these qualifiers unbeaten at home. During the third round, Saudi Arabia defeated Vietnam (3-1), Japan (1-0), China (3-2) and Oman (1-0). The 1-1 draw in China on 24 March, coupled with Australia’s 2-0 loss to Japan, allowed Saudi Arabia to qualify. However, the Australian team will have to go through a fourth round to reach the World Cup. Australia has weakened in the last 6 games, only getting 1 win over Vietnam (4-0). On the road, Graham James Arnold’s team has shared points in China (1-1) and Oman (2-2) since their defeat in Japan (2-1). This trip to Jeddah promises to be very complicated for the Australians even if the game is over.
Australia have only won 1 away from home in 4 trips in these Qualifiers.
Saudi Arabia are the best team at home: 4 wins in as many games.
Australia are guaranteed a place in the fourth round regardless of the result of this last match.
Saudi Arabia have booked their place at the World Cup in Qatar later this year.
The first leg ended goalless.
Saudi Arabia are untouchable at home and Australia could be Renard’s next victim. The visitors are unlikely to win in Jeddah.
Saudi Arabia – Australia : Betting Tips
OVER 2.5 GOALS Odds: 2.25
