Oman vs Kuwait prediction: team news, lineups, expert analysis
On June 9, 2026, a friendly match between the national teams of Oman and Kuwait will take place. Both sides believe they can defeat their neighbor.
Oman vs Kuwait: Team News and Expert Analysis
Oman fought until the very end to qualify for the World Cup. They even won their group in the first round and finished fourth in the main stage. Ultimately, they reached the summer play-off round but proved weaker than both Qatar and the UAE. Afterwards, they also failed to advance to the Arab Cup play-offs. Their next match wasn't until June, where they struggled against Indonesia and lost 0-3.
The Kuwait national team also made it to the main round of qualification, but managed just five points, which was the lowest in their group. They participated in the Arab Cup as well, but could only manage a draw alongside two defeats. Most recently, in a friendly against Thailand, they at least secured a 2-2 draw.
The home side averages 0.7 goals scored per match and concedes 1.1. Their neighbors score around 1.5 goals per game but concede significantly more—1.9 on average.
Previous Matches: Oman vs Kuwait
In all previous encounters, Kuwait has won only once, back in 2012. Since then, Oman has claimed seven victories and there has been one draw.
The visitors will be looking to prove themselves here. For this match, the recommended bet is "both teams to score" (odds – 1.80).
Oman vs Kuwait: Key Stats and Trends
- Oman has lost two out of their last five matches
- 40% of Oman matches end with both teams scoring, with an average total of 1.8 goals per game
- Kuwait has lost two of their last three matches
- 70% of Kuwait's matches end with both teams scoring, with an average total of 3.4 goals per game
Oman vs Kuwait: Probable Starting Lineups
Oman is expected to line up in a 1-4-4-2 formation (probable lineup): Al-Rawahi - Al-Malki, Al-Shaksi, Al-Khamisi, Al-Harti - Al-Aghbari, Al-Saadi, Fawaz, Al-Rawahi - Al-Rushadi, Al-Ghassani
Kuwait is likely to use a 1-4-4-2 formation (probable lineup): Al-Rashidi - Al-Dhafiri, Al-Fadli, Al-Dosari, Al-Hakan - Daham, Faleh, Al-Mershed, Majed - Al-Salman, Al-Mutar
Place your bets on the upcoming match and follow your team's progress in the national teams' friendly matches standings
