An interesting fixture is on the cards as Bahrain and Kuwait battle for a place in the Arabian Gulf Cup final on Tuesday, 31 December. View our free Bahrain vs Kuwait predictions below.
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Bahrain vs Kuwait predictions: Goals at both ends
Key stats
- Both teams were on the scoresheet in three of Bahrain's last four games, and in each of Kuwait's last eight matches.
- Three of the last four clashes between these teams featured goals at both ends.
- Bahrain opened the scoring in four of their last five encounters with Kuwait.
- At least three goals were scored in three of Bahrain's last four games.
Correct score prediction: Bahrain 2-1 Kuwait
While Bahrain won two of three group games, Kuwait have managed only one win in their last 11 matches across all competitions. Considering Bahrain won five of the last seven skirmishes between these teams, we are fairly confident that they will advance to the final at the expense of Kuwait.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Bahrain are expected winners
- HOME: 5/4 (2.25) – 44.4%
- DRAW: 43/20 (3.15) – 31.7%
- AWAY: 9/4 (3.25) – 30.8%
*Odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
It is important to note that Kuwait are the most successful team in the history of the Arabian Gulf Cup. However, although they have won 10 of 25 previous editions of this tournament, their last title came in 2010. The last time Kuwait advanced to the semifinal of the Gulf Cup was in 2013 when they finished third.
On the other hand, although Bahrain have five final appearances to their name, they have only one title. Interestingly, the Pearl Divers will make their fourth consecutive appearance in the semifinals of the Gulf Cup on Tuesday.
As it stands, Bahrain are the expected winners at 5/4 (2.25). Teams with these odds usually have a 44.4% probability of winning.
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We have also established that three of Bahrain's last four games went north of the 2.5-goal marker. On that note, over 2.5 total goals has an appealing look at 27/20 (2.35). That one has a 42.6% chance of landing.
Most recent H2Hs: A one-sided contest
Although Kuwait won the most recent encounter between these teams, they have suffered five defeats in their last seven meetings with Bahrain (W1, D1).
International Match 07/09/23
Bahrain
Kuwait
Gulf Cup 13/01/23
Bahrain
Kuwait
FIFA Arab Cup Qualifying 25/06/21
Bahrain
Kuwait
Gulf Cup 02/12/19
Kuwait
Bahrain
West Asian Championship 10/08/19
Kuwait
Bahrain
Bahrain preview: No injury concerns
Defender Sayed Mahdi received a straight red in Bahrain's final group game and is suspended for this match. On the positive side, the Pearl Divers have no injured players heading into the Gulf Cup semis.
Predicted lineup: Jaffer (GK), Hasan, Abdullatif, Emmanuel, Ali, Al Sherooqi, Wadaei, Al Shaikh, Al Khatal, Madan & Romaihi.
Asia - World Cup Qualifying 25/03/25
L
Indonesia
1
Bahrain
0
Asia - World Cup Qualifying 20/03/25
L
Japan
2
Bahrain
0
Gulf Cup 04/01/25
W
Oman
1
Bahrain
2
Gulf Cup 31/12/24
W
Kuwait
0
Bahrain
1
Gulf Cup 28/12/24
L
Yemen
2
Bahrain
1
Kuwait preview: Eyeing first final appearance in 14 years
Ahmad Al Dhefiri has been booked in back-to-back games and is serving a one-game suspension.
Predicted lineup: Rashidi (GK), Al Hajeri, Harbi, Ebrahim, Enizi, Al Faneni, S. Al Enezi, Majed, M. Al Enezi, Daham & Nasser.
Asia - World Cup Qualifying 25/03/25
L
Oman
1
Kuwait
0
Asia - World Cup Qualifying 20/03/25
D
Iraq
2
Kuwait
2
Gulf Cup 31/12/24
L
Bahrain
1
Kuwait
0
Gulf Cup 27/12/24
D
Qatar
1
Kuwait
1
Gulf Cup 24/12/24
W
United Arab Emirates
1
Kuwait
2
Player to watch: Ali Madan
Ali Madan put in a man-of-the-match performance in Bahrain's second group game, scoring both goals in their 2-0 victory over Iraq. Having already qualified for the semifinal, the Al Riffa midfielder was rested for the team's final group game. Madan will be called upon to provide the goals on Tuesday evening.