Projected Lineups
Uae
G: Khalid Eisa
D: Zayed Sultan
D: Khalifa Al Hammadi
D: Khaled Al Dhanhani
D: Khalid Al Hashemi
M: Tahnoon Al Zaabi
M: Majid Rashid
M: Yahia Nader
M: Harib Abdalla Suhail
A: Caio Canedo
A: Fábio Lima
Qatar
G: Meshaal Barsham
D: Lucas Mendes
D: Almahdi Ali
D: Bassam Al Rawi
D: Tarek Salman
M: Mohammed Waad
M: Ahmed Fatehi
M: Jassem Gaber
M: Mostafa Meshaal
A: Almoez Ali
A: Akram Afif
Get ready for an exhilarating showdown as the UAE takes on Qatar in the AFC World Cup Qualification league on Tuesday, November 19 at the esteemed Al Nahyan Stadium in Abu Dhabi. The fierce competition starts at 16:00 (UTC) and is expected to be met with clear skies and a balmy temperature of 83 degrees (F). History shows that the previous encounter between these skilled teams resulted in an impressive 3-1 victory for the UAE in the WC Qualifying Asia on September 05. With both sides hungry for success, this highly-anticipated match is not to be missed.
Despite the promising start to the season, UAE has been facing challenges at home, recording one loss and one draw in their last five matches. The Al Nahyan Stadium has not been a fortress for them either, with a disappointing zero goals scored in their previous five home games. Their performance against opponents of similar rank has also been lackluster, with two losses and zero wins this year and a meager average of 0.0 goal scored and 1.0 goal conceded. Sitting at third place in the standings, UAE has collected seven points from five matches - two wins, one draw, and two losses. However, the home team is determined to turn the tables around and will come into the next game with a strong and healthy squad.
The Qatar team has faced some challenges as of late, with a recent defeat and a string of draws in the last 5 matches. Despite this, the team remains focused and determined to turn things around. In their last match against Jordan, they fell short with a 1-2 loss, but Akram Afif was able to find the back of the net, showcasing the team's potential. Almoez Ali, who has scored an impressive 5 goals in the tournament, is back and fully fit, bringing a boost of confidence to the team. Qatar's record against teams of similar rank has been commendable, with 1 win, 1 draw, and 0 losses, scoring an average of 2.5 goals and conceding 1.5 against those opponents. Currently sitting at 4th place with 7 points from 5 matches, Qatar remains a strong contender and is determined to secure a victory in their upcoming match.
In their recent encounters, the dynamic matchup between these two clubs has yielded an impressive average of 4.0 goals per game over the past 1 matches. Yet, the overall record speaks volumes as UAE emerges as the dominant force, with 4 victories and 0 draws, while Qatar can boast of only 1 victory. It's safe to say that this upcoming clash will be nothing short of a thrilling battle on the field, with both teams vying to establish their dominance. The stakes are high, and only time will tell who will emerge victorious.
The United Arab Emirates is currently just a hair's breadth behind Qatar in the league table, with an exhilarating opportunity to surpass them in the upcoming match. With their sights set on clinching the top spot, the home team is buzzing with motivation and poised to unleash a torrent of goals. The anticipation is palpable as UAE prepares to take the pitch and seize victory. Stay tuned for an electrifying showdown that is sure to leave spectators on the edge of their seats.
Prediction
Market: Over / Under 3.5 Goals
Prediction: Over