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Saudi Arabia U23 vs Iraq U23

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Arabian Gulf Cup U23
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Match Events

23' Event
Al Ghamdi R.
44'
Abdulkareem H.
49' Event
Al Aliwa A.

AI Match Summary

The Arabian Gulf Cup U23 game between Saudi Arabia U23 and Iraq U23 finished 2-0, a result that aligned with the model's pre-match lean toward Saudi Arabia U23.

Win Probability Meter

Derived from 10,000 simulations matching home advantage & form profiles

90%
Saudi Arabia U23
6%
Draws
4%
Iraq U23
Draw rate projection: 6% Favored: Saudi Arabia U23

Model Confidence

Aggregate indicator score

95% / Very High Confidence
  • Saudi Arabia U23 haven't matched Iraq U23's recent run of results.
  • 90% — that's where the model lands on Saudi Arabia U23 taking it.
  • It's a cup tie, so expect more urgency than a normal Arabian Gulf Cup U23 game.
  • Strong defensive structures favor a low-scoring, controlled fixture.

Goal Probability Engine

Model estimations for goals markets based on xG conversion histories

Over 0.5 Goals 85%
Over 1.5 Goals 56.5%
Over 2.5 Goals 25%
Over 3.5 Goals 6.5%
Over 4.5 Goals 3%
Both Teams To Score (BTTS) 30.400000000000002%
Saudi Arabia U23 Clean Sheet 68%
Iraq U23 Clean Sheet 13%

Recent Team Form Analysis

Averages per match over historical game filters

Metric Saudi Arabia U23 Iraq U23
Matches Played 32 37
Wins 16 19
Draws 2 5
Losses 14 13
Goals Scored 1.63 1.13
Goals Conceded 0.25 0.63
Expected Goals (xG) 1.63 1.13
Expected Goals Conceded (xGA) 0.25 0.63

H2H

Historical prediction success rates across key markets

Dec 16, 2025 Arabian Gulf Cup U23
Saudi Arabia U23 vs Iraq U23
2:0
Nov 15, 2025 Friendly International
Saudi Arabia U23 vs Iraq U23
0:1
Apr 22, 2024 AFC Asian Cup U23
Saudi Arabia U23 vs Iraq U23
1:2
Mar 26, 2022 Friendly International
Iraq U23 vs Saudi Arabia U23
1:2
Oct 10, 2021 WAFF Championship U23
Saudi Arabia U23 vs Iraq U23
1:0

Key Player Impact Analysis

Key performers and expected goal involvement factors

Saudi Arabia U23 Compare

Top Goalscorer Al Ghamdi R.
1 Goals
Assists Leader Al Aliwa A.
1 Ast
Avg xG / game 1.25
Avg xA / game 0.81

Iraq U23 Compare

Avg xG / game 1.03
Avg xA / game 0.63

Sokapicks Momentum Index

Current performance index incorporating opponent strength & fatigue (0-100)

Saudi Arabia U23 95 / 100
Iraq U23 10 / 100
How it's calculated: Weighted formula of recent form points (60%), goal margin trends (20%), home/away adjustments (10%), and squad impact availability ratings (10%).

Attack & Defence Capability Index

ATTACK DEFENCE POSSESSION DISCIPLINE
Saudi Arabia U23 Iraq U23

Prediction Engine Forecast

Simulated score frequencies and primary prediction markets

Primary Pick SAU Win (1)
Secondary Pick Under 2.5 Goals & BTTS No
Correct Score 1:0
BTTS Outcome No (NG)
Over/Under Pick Under 2.5

Sokapicks Smart Insights

Historical trends and unique patterns automatically detected by our system

Attacking prowess: Saudi Arabia U23 scored in 84% of their last 32 outings.

Defensive concern: Iraq U23 conceded in 62% of 37 recent games.

Games between these two average 2.00 goals.

Saudi Arabia U23 went unbeaten in 3 of their last 5 games.

Scoring Trends

Saudi Arabia U23 VS Iraq U23
1.63 Goals Scored 1.13
0.25 Goals Conceded 0.63
50% Over 1.5 63%
13% Over 2.5 25%
13% Over 3.5 0%

Tournament Bracket & Draw

Semi-finals
Saudi Arabia U232
United Arab Emirates U230
Iraq U232
Qatar U231
Final
Saudi Arabia U232
Iraq U230