Iraq vs Saudi Arabia: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 28 December

Prediction Match Centre

Iraq

4th place in Gulf Cup of Nations

1-3

Saudi Arabia
Win Probability 40%

28/12/2024 07:30

Saudi Arabia

1st place in Gulf Cup of Nations

Gulf Cup of Nations

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Iraq vs Saudi Arabia on 28 December 2024 (kick-off: 07:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Iraq vs Saudi Arabia preview before placing your bet.

Iraq will face Saudi Arabia in Gulf Cup of Nations on December 28, 2024 at 07:30.
Iraq are currently 4th with 3 points after 3 matches.
Saudi Arabia sit 1st with 6 points from 3 matches.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 1 - 1 and average coefficient 2.23.

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

07:30

2024-12-28

Iraq vs Saudi Arabia - Prediction & Odds

Iraq

Saudi Arabia

2024-12-28 07:30

STANDINGS UP TO 28/12/2024

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

01 Saudi Arabia	6	3	2	0	1	8	6	2
02 Bahrain	6	3	2	0	1	6	4	2
03 Yemen	3	3	1	0	2	4	5	-1
04 Iraq	3	3	1	0	2	2	5	-3

Head To Head

09/01/2023 09:15

Saudi Arabia

0 - 2

Iraq

15/10/2018 11:00

Saudi Arabia

1 - 1

Iraq

INT FRL

28/02/2018 08:59

Iraq

4 - 1

Saudi Arabia

INT FRL

28/03/2017 10:30

Saudi Arabia

1 - 0

Iraq

FIFA WCQL

06/09/2016 04:00

Iraq

1 - 2

Saudi Arabia

FIFA WCQL

15/11/2013 09:30

Saudi Arabia

2 - 1

Iraq

AFC

Saudi Arabia

50%

Draw

17%

Iraq

33%

Iraq Last 6 matches

25/12/2024 10:30

Bahrain 2 - 0 Iraq

22/12/2024 07:25

Iraq 1 - 0 Yemen

19/11/2024 09:00

Oman 0 - 1 Iraq

FIFA WCQL

14/11/2024 09:15

Iraq 0 - 0 Jordan

FIFA WCQL

15/10/2024 04:00

South Korea 3 - 2 Iraq

FIFA WCQL

10/10/2024 11:00

Iraq 1 - 0 Palestine

FIFA WCQL

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Saudi Arabia

25/12/2024 07:25

Yemen 2 - 3 Saudi Arabia

22/12/2024 10:30

Saudi Arabia 2 - 3 Bahrain

17/12/2024 06:15

Saudi Arabia 3 - 1 Trinidad and Tobago

INT FRL

19/11/2024 05:00

Indonesia 2 - 0 Saudi Arabia

FIFA WCQL

14/11/2024 02:10

Australia 0 - 0 Saudi Arabia

FIFA WCQL

15/10/2024 11:00

Saudi Arabia 0 - 0 Bahrain

FIFA WCQL

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Gulf Cup of Nations

Played games

Iraq

Saudi Arabia

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.67

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.67

Scored

Avg. per game

2.25

Conceded

Avg. per game

2.00

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

2 (67%)1 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

4 (100%)0 (0%)

Iraq

Recent matches

Saudi Arabia

Under /Over

(67%)2 1(33%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(100%)4 0(0%)

Under /Over

(0%)0 3(100%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(50%)2 2(50%)

Under /Over

(33%)1 2(67%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(100%)4 0(0%)

/Yes

(33%)1 2(67%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(100%)4 0(0%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Iraq

Saudi Arabia

Shots

Iraq

Total shots

14.67 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Saudi Arabia

Total shots

16.75 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Iraq Pass Saudi Arabia

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

59%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

69%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Iraq

Played games

Saudi Arabia

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.33

Clean sheets

0.00

7.33

Corners

7.75

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

3.67

Offsides

1.25

1.33

GK saves

1.25

Iraq

DISCIPLINARY

Saudi Arabia

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.67

2.00

0.00

0.25

10.33

Fouls

11.00

0.00

Tackles

0.00

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How We Build the Iraq vs Saudi Arabia Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Iraq vs Saudi Arabia on 28 December 2024 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 Saudi Arabia 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 Saudi Arabia'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 Saudi Arabia 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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