Australia vs Japan prediction for Thursday’s World Cup Qualifier clash at Stadium Australia in Sydney. A very crucial fixture on matchday nine of the third phase of the Asian World Cup qualifiers as Australia will host Japan in the battle for the first three spots. You can follow our free prediction betting tips and preview on this page.
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Bookmaker Ratings prediction one: Draw or Japan Win and Under 3.5 Goals – 1.78
Bookmaker Ratings prediction two: 1st Half Under 1 Total Goal – 1.63
Bookmaker Ratings prediction three: Japan 0 Goal Handicap – 1.98
Draw or Japan Win and Under 3.5 Goals
Japan are on a great run winning five straight games and losing one of their away matches out of the last ten. In addition, the last three h2h meetings saw under 3.5 goals and according to the stats, there is an 80% chance for that number of goals to be scored again on Thursday.
1st Half Under 1 Total Goal
When playing on the road, Japan’s games see a low number of goals. To illustrate, the Blue Samurai’s last four away games saw one or fewer goals in the first half. Likewise, Australia’s four of the last five games saw under one goal.
Japan 0 Goals Handicap
In the third phase of the World Cup qualifiers, Japan won six games and lost two. In all of those six victories of which three were on the road, they covered the 0 goal handicap. Moreover, as we examine the stats, we find an 80% chance for a Japan win.
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Preliminary Review and Match Prediction for Australia vs Japan
Two of Asia’s best national teams will go head-to-head in this important qualifier. Surely both teams want to avoid another playoff round and prefer to finish at least second in the group. For that, Australia need to win at any cost and wait for the final round.
However, the Socceroos’ form is not very impressive against top teams as they lost to Japan in Tokyo and drew with Saudi Arabia in Down Under. Moreover, in their last fixture, they will play Saudi Arabia in Riyadh. As a result, coach Graham Arnold will be keen to have his best offensive lineup possible ready to snatch all three points.
Japan on the other hand look more comfortable three points clear of their hosts and need a draw. However, playing for a draw can always be dangerous, thus, manager Moriyasu must not sit back and let the Socceroos take control of the match.
In their last match against Saudi Arabia, the Blue Samurais had only 40% of ball possession. Nevertheless,Japan won 2-0 and had more scoring chances than the Saudis. This shows the strategy adopted by Morisayu was successful and he will surely play with the same plan in Sydney.
Australia vs Japan Prediction
It all depends on whether Japan can absorb the early attacking onslaught expected by the Australians. If Moriyasu’s plan works and they don’t concede an early goal, Japan can take the game to a draw or even more.
Certainly, it will be a great result for Japan if they get a draw in Sydney. We predict they are capable of doing so and will combine that bet with a Japan win and under 3.5 goals.
Safe Bet
In their last four away games, Japan scored one or fewer goals in each game. Moreover, the Blue Samurai’s average goal scored in the third phase of the qualifiers is 1.1 goals. With odds of 1.85 at Vbet, we predict Japan to score one or fewer goals in this game.
Quick Rich
Despite the fact that the statistics show only a 10% chance of a draw between Australia and Japan, we think there is a big possibility. The reason for that is Japan’s strong defense and their need for a point to secure second place. Hence, the odds of 3.28 look like a good option for a quick profit.
Australia vs Japan First Goalscorer
Jamie Maclaren has eight goals to his name for the Australian national team in 21 caps. The 28-year-old scored in the last two WCQ fixtures and is his team’s main striker. We expect the three-time A-League Golden Boot winner to be the first goalscorer in this match.
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Australia vs Japan Team News
Defender Harry Souttar is the main injury for the Australian team with a torn cruciate ligament and is out for the rest of the season. In addition, Striker Riley McGree is ruled out for a muscle injury. While coach Graham Arnold tested positive for Covid.
As for Japan, Arsenal defender Tomiyasu is still out with a calf injury. Also, in midfield Haraguchi of Union Berlin is ill and is a doubt for Thursday’s game and Celtic’s forward Furuhashi is injured at his hamstring.
Australia vs Japan Lineups
Australia: Ryan, Behich, Sainsbury, Degenek, Karacic, Mooy, Irvine, Boyle, Rogic, Leckie, Maclaren.
Japan: Gonda, Sakai, Ikatura, Taniguchi, Nagatomo, Endo, Ito, Tanaka, Morita, Minamino, Osako.
Most Popular FAQ for Australia vs Japan
Who won the last meeting between these teams?
Japan beat Australia 2-1 on 12 October 2021 in Saitama.
Where will this match be played?
Thursday’s game will be played at Stadium Australia in Sydney.
Which bookmaker has the best odds for this fixture?
We recommend checking out the odds at Vbet for Australia vs Japan.
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