Saudi Arabia hosts Pakistan in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifying match on Thursday, 16th November 2023, with kick-off set for 17:30 WAT at the formidable Abdullah Al Dabil Stadium.
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For the Saudi Arabia vs Pakistan prediction, we say Saudi Arabia will win and this is why.
Pakistan haven’t won any of their last 16 away matches. Saudi will be bolstered with their home dominance and the odds being in their favour
Prediction: Saudi Arabia 3-0 Pakistan
Anticipate a match with Saudi Arabia dominating possession and creating numerous goal-scoring opportunities. Betting on Saudi Arabia to win with a significant margin could be a lucrative option.
Betting Tip: Saudi Arabia -2.5 Handicap
Saudi Arabia enters this encounter as the clear favorite, boasting a formidable record in recent matches. With a strong defensive setup and a potent attacking force, Saudi Arabia aims to secure three vital points on their journey towards World Cup qualification.
Pakistan faces a challenging task on the road, recognizing the strength of their opponents. While they aim to put up a resilient fight, Saudi Arabia’s dominance in various aspects of the game may prove to be a formidable obstacle.
Saudi Arabia: Al Owais, Al Ghannam, Lajami, Al Bulayhi, Al Shahrani, Al Hamdan, Al Khaibari, Kanno, Al Dawsari, Al Faraj, Al Shehri
Pakistan: Butt, Hayat, Suliman, Iqbal, Shah, Moin, Ghazi, Nabi, Dost, Ullah Khan, Waheed