Saudi Arabia vs Iraq: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 09 January

Saudi Arabia

D L D D W

3rd place in Group A

0 - 2

09/01/2023 12:15

Iraq

L L L L D

1st place in Group A

Gulf Cup of Nations

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Saudi Arabia vs Iraq on 09 January 2023 (kick-off: 12:15) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Saudi Arabia vs Iraq preview before placing your bet.

Saudi Arabia are currently 3rd with 3 points after 3 matches.
Iraq sit 1st with 7 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 09/01/2023

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

Saudi Arabia Last 6 matches

27/06/2026 07:00

Cape Verde 0 - 0 Saudi Arabia FIFA World Cup

21/06/2026 23:00

Spain 4 - 0 Saudi Arabia FIFA World Cup

16/06/2026 05:00

Saudi Arabia 1 - 1 Uruguay FIFA World Cup

10/06/2026 06:00

Saudi Arabia 0 - 0 Senegal International Friendly

06/06/2026 06:00

Puerto Rico 0 - 3 Saudi Arabia International Friendly

31/05/2026 07:00

Ecuador 2 - 1 Saudi Arabia International Friendly

Win

17%

Draw

50%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Iraq

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%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Gulf Cup of Nations

Played games

Saudi Arabia

Iraq

Goals

Scored

118

Avg. per game

1.20

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.94

Scored

111

Avg. per game

1.26

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.01

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 98 matches

YesNo

67 (68%)31 (32%)

In last 98 matches

NoYes

59 (67%)29 (33%)

Saudi Arabia

Recent matches

Iraq

Under /Over

(69%)31 14(31%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(64%)29 16(36%)

Under /Over

(24%)11 34(76%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(24%)11 34(76%)

Under /Over

(36%)16 29(64%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(44%)20 25(56%)

/Yes

(47%)21 24(53%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(44%)20 25(56%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Saudi Arabia

Iraq

Shots

Saudi Arabia

Total shots

10.36 avg / game

Blocked

119 total

Avg. 2.64

Iraq

Total shots

9.78 avg / game

Blocked

70 total

Avg. 2.59

Saudi Arabia Pass Iraq

Total passes

23758

Avg. 457 / game

Accurate

80%

Ball possession

58%

Total passes

12641

Avg. 361 / game

Accurate

78%

Ball possession

47%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Saudi Arabia

Played games

Iraq

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.42

Clean sheets

0.41

3.73

366

Corners

333

3.78

7.42

727

Throw-ins

522

5.93

1.26

123

Offsides

1.10

1.78

174

GK saves

145

1.65

Saudi Arabia

DISCIPLINARY

Iraq

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.44

141

122

1.39

0.06

0.13

7.87

771

Fouls

678

7.70

7.57

742

Tackles

401

4.56

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How We Build the Saudi Arabia vs Iraq Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Saudi Arabia vs Iraq on 09 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.

Saudi Arabia vs Iraq Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Saudi Arabia's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Iraq'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 Saudi Arabia and Iraq 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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