Oman vs Kuwait Prediction, Preview, Lineups and Team News | World Cup Qualifiers | October 10, 2024
Preview
- Tournament: World Cup Qualifiers
- Date: Thursday, October 10
- Kick-off Time: 5:00 pm GMT
- Venue: Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex, Oman
Kuwait’s national football team will battle for supremacy with the Oman national football team in the third game of the Group B Third Round qualifying at the Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex. Both sides are in search of their first victory in the third round of the competition.
The hosts have lost their two opening fixtures after progressing through their second round of World Cup qualification but will need to be at their best on Thursday due to their impressive record against the visiting side. Oman who were unbeaten in six games before the third round have won their last five head-to-head meetings against Kuwait on the international stage.
Meanwhile, Kuwait’s national football team remains unbeaten and have started the qualifying campaign on two back-to-back draws. Kuwait will be aiming to reach the World Cup group stage for the first time in its history.
Oman national football team news
Oman will be boosted with the return of Arshad Al-Alawi who missed out on the last tie against South Korea due to suspension. Mohammed Al-Musalami is expected to be at the heart of defence while Harib Al-Saadi is expected to lead the engine room.
Kuwait national football team news
Meanwhile, Kuwait have not reported any injury clashes for this international break and it will be led by talismanic forward Yousef Nasser. Notable players like Mohammad Daham and Faisal Zayid are expected to offer support on the wings.
Oman vs Kuwait Predicted Lineups
Oman national football team predicted lineup (4-4-2):
Goalkeeper: Al-Mukhaini
Defenders: Al-Harthi, Al-Musalami, Al-Khamisi, Al-Busaidi
Midfielders: Al-Yahmadi, Al-Saadi, Al-Alawi, Al-Mushaifri
Forwards: Al-Ghassani, Al-Sabhi
Kuwait national football team predicted lineup (5-4-1):
Goalkeeper: Abdulghafoor
Defenders: Al-Sanea, Al-Hajeri, El Ebrahim, Al-Enezi, Ghanam
Midfielders: Daham, Al-Dhefiri, Abujabarah, Zayid
Forwards: Nasser
Head-to-Head
The two sides have faced off only 30 times in the past, with Kuwait winning only 10 times. Oman has managed to secure nine wins whereas 11 games ended in a draw.
Last five matches result:
| Date | Match | Competition |
| November 30, 2019 | Kuwait 1-2 Oman | Gulf Cup |
| December 25, 2017 | Kuwait 0-1 Oman | Gulf Cup |
| January 17, 2015 | Oman 1-0 Kuwait | AFC Asian Cup |
| November 20, 2014 | Kuwait 0-5 Oman | Gulf Cup |
| December 11, 2012 | Kuwait 0-2 Oman | International Friendly |
Key Players to Watch out in Oman vs Kuwait
Mohammed Al-Musalami (Oman)
Mohammed al-Musalami who has been at the centre-stage since 2011 leads the squad with the most international caps (116). The veteran defender plays for Al-Seeb in the Oman Professional League.
Yousef Nasser (Kuwait)
Kuwait SC forward Yousef Nasser is the captain of the Kuwait national team. The veteran striker is the most prolific goalscorer in the current lineup and has netted 50 goals in 116 international appearances.
Oman vs Kuwait Prediction
Oman’s national football team have consistently struggled to qualify for the World Cup despite enjoying their best performance in the 2022 edition winning 10 of their 18 matches. They are currently sitting at the bottom of Group B in the third round and are coming off a 3-1 loss to South Korea. Jaroslav Silhavy’s side could not make a winning start to their qualifying campaign and sustained a 1-0 defeat to Iraq in their opening game. But they have an impressive record against the visitors, as they have won each of their last five meetings on the international stage.
Kuwait’s national football team, meanwhile, are not the favourites for this tie due to their poor record against the hosts in recent outings. Kuwait are coming off a second consecutive draw with Iraq in the third round of the World Cup qualifying. They enjoyed a brilliant run in the second round of the qualifying, finishing second in the group with seven points from six matches.
Predicted Score: Oman 2-0 Kuwait
Where to Watch Oman vs Kuwait Live?
| Country | Where to watch |
| USA | ESPN |
| UK | Sky Sports |
| India | Sony Network/SonyLiv |
| Oman | beIN Sports MENA |
FAQs
Q. When is Oman vs Kuwait?
The Oman vs Kuwait game will be played on 10th October at Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex.
Q. Where to watch Oman vs Kuwait live for free?
Q. What is the predicted score in Oman vs Kuwait?
The predicted score for Oman vs Kuwait is 2-0.
Q. What is the head-to-head record for Oman vs Kuwait?
Both Oman and Kuwait played 30 games. Kuwait recorded only 10 wins, whereas Oman has managed only nine. The remaining 11 games ended in a draw.