Indonesia vs. Saudi Arabia: The road to the 2026 FIFA World Cup heats up as Indonesia hosts Saudi Arabia in a crucial AFC Qualification clash.

Indonesia vs. Saudi Arabia Head-to-Head

• Indonesia wins: 0
• Saudi Arabia wins: 11
• Draws: 2

Last Meeting Recap

Indonesia held Saudi Arabia to a 1-1 draw in their last clash. Both teams failed to capitalize on clear opportunities, highlighting areas for improvement.

Form Guide

Indonesia

• Last 5 Matches: D-D-L-L-L

Saudi Arabia

• Last 5 Matches: D-W-L-D-D

Standings (AFC Qualifiers, Group C)

Indonesia vs. Saudi Arabia Lineups

Indonesia (4-3-3)

• Goalkeeper: Maarten Paes
• Defense: Kevin Diks, Jay Idzes, Rizky Ridho, Calvin Verdonk
• Midfield: Thom Haye, Ragnar Oratmangoen, Nathan Tjoe-a-On
• Forwards: Rafael Struick, Yakob Sayuri, Egy Maulana Vikri

Saudi Arabia (4-2-3-1)

• Goalkeeper: Ahmed Ali Al-Kassar
• Defense: Saud Abdulhamid, Hassan Al Tambakti, Ali Al-Bulaihi, Yasir Al Shahrani
• Midfield: Nasser Al-Dawsari, Faisal Al-Ghamdi
• Forwards: Saleh Al-Shehri, Musab Fahad Al Juwayr, Marwan Alsahafi; Firas Al-Buraikan

10 Key Stats

1. Saudi Arabia has never lost to Indonesia in their last five meetings.
2. Indonesia has not scored in any of their home matches this campaign.
3. Saudi Arabia has gone three consecutive matches without scoring.
4. Indonesia has managed just one first-half lead in their last five games.
5. Saudi Arabia wins 29% of first halves compared to Indonesia’s 16%.
6. Average goals in meetings between these teams: 1.8 per game.
7. Indonesia scores 0.5 goals per home match, while Saudi Arabia averages 1.67 away goals.
8. Both teams failed to win their most recent AFC qualifier.
9. When Saudi Arabia leads 0-1 away, they win 75% of their matches.
10. Indonesia has scored four goals in five qualifiers, while Saudi Arabia has scored three.

SWOT Analysis: Indonesia vs. Saudi Arabia

Indonesia

Strengths:

1. Resilient at Home: When leading 1-0 at home, Indonesia wins 66% of their matches.
2. Improved Defense: The last meeting ended 1-1, showing Indonesia’s ability to hold off stronger teams.
3. Motivated Squad: Despite being underdogs, the players’ morale will be high to achieve their first win.

Weaknesses:

1. Poor Goal Conversion: Scoring just 0.5 goals per game at home is a significant drawback.
2. First-Half Struggles: Indonesia only wins 16% of first halves, highlighting slow starts.
3. Defensive Discipline: Key player Asnawi Mangkualam’s 3 yellow cards could indicate a lack of control in high-pressure situations.

Opportunities:

1. Saudi Arabia’s Goal Drought: With the opposition failing to score in three consecutive matches, Indonesia has a chance to capitalize.
2. Motivated Crowd Support: A home match provides an energetic atmosphere to boost performance.
3. Exploiting Saudi Arabia’s Vulnerabilities: Saudi Arabia’s recent lack of offensive sharpness can be exploited with quick counterattacks.

Threats:

1. Inferior Head-to-Head Record: No wins against Saudi Arabia in their last five encounters.
2. Defensive Vulnerabilities: Indonesia often struggles when falling behind, with a 0% win rate when trailing at home.
3. Tactical Mismatches: Saudi Arabia’s superior tactical approach and lineup depth pose challenges.

Saudi Arabia

Strengths:

1. Strong Away Record: Undefeated in their last five away matches, averaging 1.67 goals per game.
2. Solid H2H Record: Three wins and two draws in the last five matches against Indonesia reflect dominance.
3. Experienced Squad: Key players like Ali Al-Bulaihi add defensive stability and leadership.

Weaknesses:

1. Goal Drought: Failing to score in their last three matches signals an attacking slump.
2. Pressure Situations: Only 29% of first halves are won, showing inconsistency in early phases.
3. Inability to Turn Around Games: Saudi Arabia has a 0% win rate when trailing 1-0 away.

Opportunities:

1. Exploiting Indonesia’s Slow Starts: Saudi Arabia can aim for an early lead given Indonesia’s poor first-half record.
2. Capitalizing on Experience: The squad’s familiarity with high-pressure games could prove advantageous.
3. Defensive Organization: Indonesia’s lack of scoring at home this season gives Saudi Arabia room to control the game.

Threats:

1. Rising Indonesian Confidence: A well-contested 1-1 draw in their last meeting shows Indonesia’s potential to frustrate Saudi Arabia.
2. Fatigue and Pressure: A streak of goal-less games may weigh on the players mentally.
3. Home Advantage for Indonesia: The vibrant support of the Indonesian crowd could spur their team to an upset.

Indonesia vs. Saudi Arabia Prediction

Given the form and historical record, Saudi Arabia enters as favorites but will face a resilient Indonesian side on home turf. A competitive game is expected, with Saudi Arabia’s attacking edge likely proving decisive.

Predicted Score: Indonesia 1-2 Saudi Arabia

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