China vs Vietnam prediction for Thursday’s Asian World Cup qualification clash at Sharjah Stadium in Sharjah. The two teams in group B with zero points from two matches China and Vietnam face each other on a neutral venue. You can follow our free preview prediction and betting tips on this page.
World number 75 China are not a major footballing force in Asian football. Clearly, their recent results prove that as they lost to Australia and Japan conceding four goals and scoring none.
In their last game against Japan, the Chinese team didn’t have a single shot at goal. In fact, Japan’s dominance was clear in every aspect of the game – especially offensively.
However, the Dragons did appear in the World Cup Once in 2002 and lost all three group stage matches. A better record at the AFC Asian Cup saw China appear in 12 editions and finishing runners-up on two occasions.
Update kickoff time:
China ?? vs ?? Vietnam now at 0h00 (VN time). Main reason for the change is the hot climate in UAE.
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Vietnam playing for their pride
Vietnam qualified for the final phase of the World Cup qualification round after finishing second in Group G. They were ranked among the five second-positioned teams in all groups.
As a footballing nation, Vietnam have improved in recent years and can be recognized as a second-level team in Asia. The fact that they reached the final stage of the qualifiers proves their improvement.
However, being 95th in the world may show that they won’t impose any serious dangers on the teams in the group.
Vietnam Key Stats
- Vietnam lost their last three matches
- The Golden Star Warriors conceded on average one goal per match in their last ten matches
- BTTS happened in five of Vietnam’s last ten matches
China vs Vietnam Prediction
According to history, China are the better national team and that’s why the bookies are favoring them. With odds of 1.86 at Vbet China and despite not scoring a goal in two matches are the favorites to win.
Moreover, the Dragons won all of their last five matches against Vietnam. Despite this fact, we think it is more reasonable to bet on the total goals and the double chance. Both teams are scoring few goals, thus we believe it will be a low-scoring game.
China vs Vietnam Betting Tips
1 or x and Under 3.5 Goals 1.60 at Vbet
1 or x and BTTS No 2.44 at Vbet
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Single: Lost18:00/7 octChina vs VietnamBet: 1 or x and BTTS Noto:50% players believe that this bet will win!