Qatar and also Bahrain will certainly face off versus each other at Al-Minaa Olympic Stadium on the second matchday of the Arabian Gulf Cup on Tuesday (January 10).
Both groups are Group B’s top favourites, as evidenced by their performances on the opening matchday. Qatar defeated Kuwait 2-0 to relocate to top spot and will certainly wish to seal their qualification to the semifinals with a win over Bahrain. Qatar are aiming to go all the way following their dismal 2022 FIFA Globe Mug project.
According to their trainer, The Maroon have involved Iraq with the ‘spirit as well as vision’ of the 2022 Globe Cup, which they organized late in 2015. Anything short of the title would be considered a disappointment. However, overcoming Bahrain won’t be very easy, as they’re equally as great as Qatar and also are looking at the group’s top area also.
Bahrain declared optimum factors from their opener in a 2-1 gain UAE. They sit 2nd in the group, behind leaders Qatar on goal distinction. A second straight win would seal their passage to the last four. However, in situation of a draw or a loss, Bahrain will certainly experience if they win their third video game.
Muharabi Dilmun are the defending champs, having won the previous edition (2019)– their very first as well as only title. They’re positive of surmounting the group phase and also get to the kos.
The results from their last three games with Qatar are evenly divided– each side winning when, while one game ended in a draw. Who will blink this moment?
Qatar vs Bahrain Head-to-Head and Key Numbers
- Qatar have actually won and shed once in their last 5 conferences with Bahrain, while 3 various other games have ended in draws.
- Qatar racked up three objectives as well as yielded thrice versus Bahrain in their last five clashes.
- Qatar are among 3 teams to have actually won the Gulf Cup thrice, the various other two being Saudi Arabia and also Iraq.Bahrain have been runner-up four times and also have finished in 3rd area 3 times.
- Qatar have won two times in their last 5 games, losing thrice, while Bahrain have actually won when, attracted once as well as lost three times in the exact same period.
- Form Guide: Qatar– W-L-L-L-W; Bahrain– W-L-D-L-L
Qatar vs Bahrain Prediction
Clashes in between the two groups make up one of the best rivalries in the region. The victor of Tuesday’s game will likewise assert the bragging civil liberties.
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— Qatar Football Association (@QFA_EN) January 8, 2023
Muharabi Dilmun shed 3 of their 4 friendlies, attracting one, before this competition. However, their showing versus UAE went over, so they will want to proceed the exact same below.
Qatar, on the other hand, are anticipated to see off the challenge of Bahrain and reinforce their lead atop Team B.
Prediction: Qatar 2-1 Bahrain
Qatar vs Bahrain Betting Tips
Tip 1: Result – Qatar
Tip 2: Game to have over 2.5 goals – Yes
Tip 3: Qatar to score first – Yes
Tip 4: Bahrain to score – Yes
Last Updated:Â 9 January 2023
