Iraq vs Yemen: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 12 January

Iraq

L L L L D

1st place in Group A

5 - 0

12/01/2023 11:00

Yemen

W D W W W

4th place in Group A

Gulf Cup of Nations

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Iraq vs Yemen on 12 January 2023 (kick-off: 11:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Iraq vs Yemen preview before placing your bet.

Iraq will face Yemen in Gulf Cup of Nations on January 12, 2023 at 11:00.
Iraq are currently 1st with 7 points after 3 matches.
Yemen sit 4th with 0 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 12/01/2023

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

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 Yemen

04/06/2026 23:00

Lebanon 0 - 2 Yemen

AFC Asian Cup

26/11/2025 23:00

Comoros 4 - 4 Yemen

Arab Nations Cup

18/11/2025 21:30

Yemen 7 - 1 Bhutan

AFC Asian Cup

15/10/2025 00:00

Yemen 9 - 0 Brunei Darussalam

AFC Asian Cup

09/10/2025 15:00

Brunei Darussalam 0 - 2 Yemen

AFC Asian Cup

11/06/2025 00:30

Yemen 0 - 0 Lebanon

AFC Asian Cup

Win

67%

Draw

33%

Lost

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Gulf Cup of Nations

Played games

Iraq

Yemen

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

2.00

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.40

Scored

Avg. per game

0.67

Conceded

Avg. per game

3.33

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (80%)1 (20%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

1 (33%)2 (67%)

Iraq

Recent matches

Yemen

Under /Over

(80%)4 1(20%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(100%)3 0(0%)

Under /Over

(20%)1 4(80%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(67%)2 1(33%)

Under /Over

(20%)1 4(80%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(33%)1 2(67%)

/Yes

(40%)2 3(60%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(33%)1 2(67%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Iraq

Yemen

Shots

Iraq

Total shots

9.40 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Yemen

Total shots

7.33 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

Iraq Pass Yemen

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

53%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

34%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Iraq

Played games

Yemen

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.60

Clean sheets

0.00

4.20

Corners

3.33

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

0.60

Offsides

0.00

0.80

GK saves

0.00

Iraq

DISCIPLINARY

Yemen

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.20

2.00

0.00

0.00

3.40

Fouls

0.00

Tackles

0.00

NEXT MATCHES

NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Iraq vs Yemen Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Iraq vs Yemen on 12 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 Yemen 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 Yemen'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 Yemen 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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