Japan vs Saudi Arabia prediction for Tuesday’s World Cup qualifiers fixture at Saitama Stadium in Saitama. It’s the top of Group B clash as second-placed Japan host leaders, Saudi Arabia, in round eight of the Asian Qatar 2022 World Cup qualifying games. You can find our free prediction preview and betting tips on this page.
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Bookmaker Ratings prediction one: Japan Win or Draw and Under 2.5 Goals – 1.79
Bookmaker Ratings prediction two: One or Less Goal in the First Half – 1.67
Bookmaker Ratings prediction three: Correct Score Combinations 1-0/2/0/3-0 – 1.86
Japan Win or Draw and Under 2.5 Goals
After a four-match winning streak, Japan are the clear favorites to win this match with odds of 1.46. However, we combined the home win bet with a double chance and under 2.5 goals for better odds since Japan’s last four of five matches saw less than two goals and similarly, Saudia’s last five matches saw the same number of goals.
One or Less Goal in the First Half
In the last four meetings between Japan and Saudi Arabia, there were one or fewer goals scored in the first half. In addition, one or fewer goals were scored in Japan’s last seven games and in Saudia’s last six games before the interval. Consequently, we will back under one goal to be scored in the first half of this match with odds of 1.67.
Correct Score Combinations 1-0/2-0/3-0
With this bet, we cover seven out of ten-match scores in the last five matches of both Japan and Saudi Arabia. Additionally, the last two h2hs also finished in 1-0 and according to their recent form, we might see another similar score.
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Preliminary review and match prediction for Japan vs Saudi Arabia
Two of the best teams in Asia lock horns for this crucial Qatar 2022 World Cup Qualifier as both teams are just a step away from reaching this year’s finals. The Saudis lead the pack with 19 points, four points ahead of Japan with Australia closely behind in third place by one point from Japan.
Obviously, it will be a neck and neck battle between Japan and Australia to finish second and gain automatic qualification. However, if both these teams win this round, then it will get exciting as the three teams will be battling for the two spots with two rounds to play.
Coming into this match, the Blue Samurais are in super form and will have learned a lot from their defeat in the first match in Riyad. In that match, Japan had four-goal attempts and 62 dangerous attacks but still couldn’t score. Coach Moriyasu’s team must be more decisive in their attacks if they want to win all three points.
Being the only team without a defeat in Group B, Saudi Arabia will have their toughest test yet to maintain that record. The Whites’ strongest element is their defense after they conceded three goals in seven matches and have six clean sheets in their last ten away games.
This match will decide a lot. To explain, if Saudi Arabia win, they will guarantee first place and Japan and Australia will battle it out in the remaining two rounds to clinch the second position. A draw or a Japan win will boil things up especially if Australia win as well in Oman.
Sebouh Babikian Prediction
As in all of their last four meetings, we think this one will be another close call. Clearly, the advantage is Japan’s since they are playing at home and have not lost to the Saudis on home soil. However, don’t count out Renard’s men who showed great spirit in these qualifiers.
Safe Bet
In Japan’s seven qualifying matches, only once both teams scored. While that feat happened in Saudia’s two of their seven WCQ games. According to the stats, there is a 70% chance that we won’t see goals at both ends. Moreover, four of the last five h2hs anded with one team scoring in the game. Hence, we will back both teams not to score in this match. With 1.55 odds, we will consider this our safe bet.
Quick Rich
Despite the fact that Japan and Saudi Arabia drew just once in their previous ten meetings, we might see a second one here. The reason is that Saudi Arabia will play for a point in Saitama and we know they are capable of realizing it as they did in Australia. So odds of 4.33 looks like a very attractive offer for a draw in this showdown.
Japan vs Saudi Arabia Team News
Defenders Yoshida and Tomiyasu continue to be on the injury list in defense for Japan. Midfielder Mitoma and forward Furuhashi are also doubtful for Tuesday’s game. Ito, Minamino, and Osaka will be the key players that coach Moriyasu will depend on.
Herve Renard has a full squad to select from with no injuries to date. In their last match, Renard played a 4-3-3 formation which will definitely transform into a 4-5-1 against Japan.
Both Japan and Saudi Arabia have the best defense in the group conceding three goals. Clearly, Tomiyasu and Renard don’t rely on the back four for defense rather the whole team, especially when pressing. Thus, players like Endo and Shibasaki for Japan and Al-Harbi and Al-Yahyaei for Saudi Arabia will be at the heart of the battle for midfield dominance.
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Japan vs Saudi Arabia Lineups
Japan: Gonda, Nagatomo, Taniguchi, Itakura, Sakai, Endo, Ito, Tanaka, Morito, Minamino,Osaka.
Saudi Arabia: Al-Owais, Al-Ghanam, Al-Amri, Al-Bulayhi, Al-Shahrani, Kanno, Al-Harbi, Al- Najei, Al-Dawsari, Al-Malki, Al-Brikan.
Japan vs Saudi Arabia Highlighted Player
Takumi Minamino
Playing his club football for Liverpool in the Premier League, Takumi Minamino is one of the most important players for coach Moriyasu scoring 16 goals in 36 caps for Japan. Jurgen Klopp labeled Minamino as classy, praising the Japanese player’s level of energy and involvement in the game both defensively and offensively.
Most Popular FAQ for Japan vs Saudi Arabia
Who won the last meeting between these teams?
Saudi Arabia beat Japan 1-0 on October 7, 2021.
Where will this fixture be played?
Tuesday’s match will be played at Saitama Stadium in Saitama.
Which bookmaker has the best odds for Japan vs Saudi Arabia?
We recommend checking out the odds at Vbet for this match.
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