Preview:
Saudi Arabia and Mexico will lock horns in the final Group C matchday of the FIFA World Cup 2022. While Saudi Arabia stunned Argentina and the football world when they beat Lionel Messi in the first match, they then faced a defeat against Poland. A win over Mexico will take them into the round of 16 for the first time in 28 years but they will be against an opponent who themselves have no choice but to win to stay alive in the tournament.
Where will the match take place?
Lusail Stadium in Qatar will host the Group C match between Saudi Arabia and Mexico on Thursday (12:30 am IST).
Where can one watch Saudi Arabia vs Mexico in India?
Sports18 and Sports18 HD will broadcast the match on television.
Where can one live stream Saudi Arabia vs Mexico?
Saudi Arabia vs Mexico FIFA World Cup 2022 match can be streamed on the JioCinema app.
Team News
Saudi Arabia:
Yasser Al-Shahrani went back home after the jaw surgery. No more fresh injury concerns for Saudi Arabia.
Predicted Line-up:
Al-Owais, Al-Burayk, Al-Boleahi, Al-Amri, Abdulhamid, Al-Najei, Al-Malki, Kanno, Al-Buraikan, Al-Shehiri, Al Dawsari.
Last 5 matches (Most recent first):
Lost, Win, Lost, Draw, Win
Mexico:
Hirving Lozano and Alexis Vega failed to leave a significant impact on the pitch in the match against Argentina. They could be replaced. Andres Guardado also remains a doubtful starter.
Predicted Line-up:
Ochoa, Araujo, Montes, Moreno, K. Alvarez, Chavez, Herrera, E. Alvarez, Gallardo, Lozano, Vega.
Last 5 matches (Most recent first):
Lost, Draw, Lost, Win, Lost
Score Prediction:
Conclusion:
This promises to be a cracking contest. Even though Mexico have not scored a goal this tournament, they are expected to open the scoring in this match. Saudi Arabia should too be able to find the back of the net. Expect a great game of football and the best of both these teams on display in this match with a place in the Round of 16 at stake in this final opportunity to make it to the knockouts.
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