Iraq vs Qatar: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 16 January

Iraq

L L L L D

1st place in Group A

2 - 1

16/01/2023 09:15

Qatar

L L D D L

2nd place in Group B

Gulf Cup of Nations

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Iraq vs Qatar on 16 January 2023 (kick-off: 09:15) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Iraq vs Qatar preview before placing your bet.

Iraq are currently 1st with 7 points after 3 matches.
Qatar sit 2nd with 4 points from 3 matches.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

STANDINGS UP TO 16/01/2023

Group A	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Iraq	7	3	2	1	0	7	0	7
02 Oman	7	3	2	1	0	5	3	2
03 Saudi Arabia	3	3	1	0	2	3	4	-1
04 Yemen	0	3	0	0	3	2	10	-8

Group B	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Bahrain	7	3	2	1	0	5	3	2
02 Qatar	4	3	1	1	1	4	3	1
03 Kuwait	4	3	1	1	1	2	3	-1
04 United Arab Emirates	1	3	0	1	2	2	4	-2

Iraq Last 6 matches

27/06/2026 02:00

Senegal 5 - 0 Iraq FIFA World Cup

23/06/2026 04:00

France 3 - 0 Iraq FIFA World Cup

17/06/2026 05:00

Iraq 1 - 4 Norway FIFA World Cup

10/06/2026 08:00

Iraq 0 - 2 Venezuela International Friendly

05/06/2026 02:00

Spain 1 - 1 Iraq International Friendly

29/05/2026 23:00

Andorra 0 - 1 Iraq International Friendly

Win

17%

Draw

17%

Lost

67%

Last 6 matches Qatar

25/06/2026 02:00

Bosnia and Herzegovina 3 - 1 Qatar FIFA World Cup

19/06/2026 05:00

Canada 6 - 0 Qatar FIFA World Cup

14/06/2026 02:00

Qatar 1 - 1 Switzerland FIFA World Cup

07/06/2026 03:00

Qatar 0 - 0 El Salvador International Friendly

29/05/2026 01:45

Ireland 1 - 0 Qatar International Friendly

08/12/2025 00:00

Qatar 0 - 3 Tunisia Arab Nations Cup

Win

Draw

33%

Lost

67%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Gulf Cup of Nations

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Iraq

Qatar

111

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.72

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.59

Scored

Avg. per game

0.66

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.85

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

0 (0%)6 (100%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

1 (17%)5 (83%)

In last 88 matches

YesNo

41 (47%)47 (53%)

In last 88 matches

NoYes

50 (45%)61 (55%)

Iraq

Recent matches

Qatar

Under /Over

(64%)29 16(36%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(78%)35 10(22%)

Under /Over

(24%)11 34(76%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(36%)16 29(64%)

Under /Over

(44%)20 25(56%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(56%)25 20(44%)

/Yes

(44%)20 25(56%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(56%)25 20(44%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Iraq

Qatar

Shots

Iraq

Total shots

9.78 avg / game

Blocked

70 total

Avg. 2.59

Qatar

Total shots

9.34 avg / game

Blocked

75 total

Avg. 2.34

Iraq Pass Qatar

Total passes

12641

Avg. 361 / game

Accurate

78%

Ball possession

47%

Total passes

17830

Avg. 405 / game

Accurate

83%

Ball possession

50%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Iraq

Played games

Qatar

111

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.41

Clean sheets

0.32

3.78

333

Corners

334

3.01

5.93

522

Throw-ins

457

4.12

1.10

Offsides

120

1.08

1.65

145

GK saves

162

1.46

Iraq

DISCIPLINARY

Qatar

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.39

122

145

1.31

0.13

0.07

7.70

678

Fouls

744

6.70

4.56

401

Tackles

525

4.73

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How We Build the Iraq vs Qatar Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Iraq vs Qatar on 16 January 2023 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this Gulf Cup of Nations fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Iraq vs Qatar Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Iraq's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Qatar's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Gulf Cup of Nations Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live Gulf Cup of Nations standings and the Gulf Cup of Nations form table to understand exactly where Iraq and Qatar sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our Gulf Cup of Nations predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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