1st place Saudi Arabia will be all set to face 2nd place Japan in this crucial qualifier encounter. Welcome to the JPN vs SAU Dream11 team prediction today and match preview.
Japan have won 4 of their last 5 matches with a fantastic performance in their last match that can continue to build up their confidence which makes the encounter all the more exciting
Saudi Arabia are undefeated in their qualifiers campaign with 6 wins followed by a draw in their last 7 matches which can continue to keep them in first place even if they fail to win this match.
Probable Winner, Match Prediction and Betting Odds
Japan should win this match by a very close margin.
Betting Odds
JPN- 1.54 Draw – 3.75 SAU- 7.20
Team News
No injuries have been reported for this match.
Probable Playing 11
Japan
Gonda (GK), Yamane, Tomiyasu, Nagatomo, Minamino, Endo, Morita, Tanaka, Ito, Osako, Asano
Saudi Arabia
Al-Owais (GK), Al-Ghanam, Al-Shahrani, Al-Amri, Al-Bulaihi, Kanno, Al-Maliki, Al-Faraj, Al-Najei, Al-Shehri, AL-Dawsari
Match Details
World Cup Qualifiers
Match: Japan vs Saudi Arabia
Date And Time: 1st February, 03:44 pm IST
Venue: Saitama Stadium 2002, Midori-Ku, Japan.
Top Scorer:
Japan
Yuya Osako (10 Goals)
Saudi Arabia
Salem Al-Dawsari (10 Goals)
JPN vs SAU Dream11 Team Prediction, Fantasy Football Picks, Preview
Goal-keeper
Shuichi Gonda (8.5 Cr) continues to provide decent saves that allowed them to stay in strong contention which can make him an important contributor for this contest.
Defenders
Takehiro Tomiyasu (9.0 Cr) holds fantastic potential to contribute well with his attack and defense and should be high in spirits after being rested in their last match.
Yuto Nagatomo (8.5 Cr) was able to provide his contributions with a decent show of passes that helped build momentum with the potential for more in this crucial contest.
Yasser Al Shahrani (9.0 Cr) was rested in the last 2 games but can be called back as he can provide fantastic defensive contributions as the anchor defender along with his ability to push further up the pitch.
Sultan Al-Ghanam (8.5 Cr) has been consistent with a high volume of contributions with his attacking threat along with his sharp tackles that allow him to stay in good form.
Midfielders
Takumi Minamino (9.5 Cr) was able to keep his side in decent form that have helped him with 9 goals in the last 7 games which makes him our prime choice for this contest.
Hidemasa Morita (8.0 Cr) tried to create 2 shots on target along with 46 passes and crucial interceptions that can cover most of his contributions in this fixture.
Mohamed Kanno (9.0 Cr) holds the potential to provide attacking contributions with a good balance in the midfield which should bring out an improved performance in this match.
Forwards
Junya Ito (9.5 Cr) was able to provide one goal and one assist along with 4 chances created in the last match which shows his potential and consistent form which can elevate in this contest.
Yuya Osako (9.0 Cr) scored his 10th goal of the season in his last match that came after 3 attempted shots on goal which can be achieved considering his recent performances that make him our prime choice.
Salem Al Dawsari (9.5 Cr) is the leading goal scorer from his team with a total of 2 shots on target that makes him a potential game-changer.
Captain And Vice-Captain
Y.Osako is our captain because of his current form and goal-scoring potential.
T.Minamino will be our vice-captain because of his ability to manage his game with responsibility that can make him an important player.
Dream11 Team
Gonda, Nagatomo, Tomiyasu, Al-Shahrani, Al-Ghanam, Minamino (VC), Morita, Kanno, Ito, Osako (C), Al Dawsari
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The veracity of our selections and team is based on earnest analysis of the league, matches and playing 11s. We implore you to forage your team by your own accord with these facets helping spur your decision making.
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