Indonesia vs Iraq prediction and betting tips - June 6, 2024
One of the matches in the Asian World Cup qualification will take place on Thursday in Jakarta, where the Indonesian national team will host Iraq at the Stadion Utama Gelora Bung Karno. Here is the match prediction from the experts at Dailysports.
Indonesia
The "Red and Whites" participated in the Asian Cup this winter. Placed in a group with Japan, Iraq, and Vietnam, the Indonesian team finished third. This was thanks to a victory over Vietnam with a score of 1-0. However, they suffered a heavy defeat from the Australian team in the first round of the playoffs, losing 0-4.
In the World Cup qualification, the "Red and Whites" started poorly, earning only one point in two matches against Iraq (1-5) and the Philippines (1-1). However, they improved their position in the spring by defeating Vietnam twice - 1-0 at home and 3-0 away. With 7 points, Indonesia currently sits in second place in the group, trailing Iraq by five points.
Iraq
The "Lions of Mesopotamia" performed much more confidently than the Indonesian team during the group stage of the 2024 Asian Cup. Iraq secured three wins in three matches and finished first in the group. This made many experts consider them as dark horse favorites.
However, in the first round of the playoffs, the Iraqi team was stopped by the sensational Jordanian team, who won 3-2. In the World Cup qualification, Iraq has been performing very well. With four wins in four matches, they currently top the group.
Interesting Facts and Head-to-Head History
- The last time the teams played was in the Asian Cup, where Iraq won 3-1.
- Iraq has won the last five encounters between these teams.
- Both teams have scored in four out of the last six matches.
Indonesia vs Iraq Prediction
Bookmakers offer favorable odds for an away win, standing at 1.82. We believe Iraq will secure another victory in the group and continue their winning streak against Indonesia.
