Oman vs Iraq Prediction & Betting Tips (19 November)

In the previous round of these qualifications, Oman beat Kyrgyzstan, Malaysia and Taipei to take 1st place. In this new phase which began in September, the Sultanate now occupies 4th place in group B, synonymous with the play-off, with 2 points behind 2nd place which would allow it to validate its ticket for the 2026 World Cup. Defeated by Iraq 1-0, South Korea 1-3 and Jordan 4-0, Oman otherwise won against Kuwait 4-0 and Palestine last Friday 1-0.In its history, Iraq took part in a 1986 World Cup and hopes to end its drought by qualifying for the 2026 World Cup.

Largely dominating in the previous round, Jesus Casas Garcia's men are today 3rd in group B and have the same number of points as the 2nd. They have only lost to the leader, South Korea 3-2, so far, for 2 wins and 2 draws. Last Friday, Iraq was held to a draw at home by Jordan 0-0.

For Oman, we must mention the absences of defender Al-Harti (31 sels), midfielders Al-Yahyaei (9 goals in 61 sels) and Al-Mamari (13 sels) as well as striker Al-Ghafri (2 goals in 20 sel). Unavailable last Friday, experienced defender Al-Busaidi (93 sel) should be able to apply this week. Author of the winning goal against Palestine, Al-Ghassani (Bangkok, 13 goals in 61 seasons) should start again. This is the only element that plays outside the borders.

On the Iraqi side, it is necessary to highlight the absences, forced or by choice, of the defenders Natiq (39 sel), Raed (11 sel) and Ismail (71 sel) as well as the midfielders Al-Saed (5 sel), Hadi (40 sel), Rashid (38 sel), Abdulkareem (13 sel), Qasim (24 sel) and Resan (64 sel). Starting against Jordan last Friday, the prolific Hussein (30 goals in 80 seasons) could start up front again. The promising winger Ali Jasim (20 years old, Como, 18 sel) is also available.