In an important Group B encounter, Australia will lock horns with Uzbekistan at Al Janoud Stadium of their closing match of the Asian Cup earlier than the knockout stage.
Each groups have displayed spectacular performances up to now, and this recreation will determine the winner of the group.
Match Preview:
Australia showcased a defensive masterclass of their slim 1-0 victory over Syria on matchday two.
They’ve remained unbeaten of their final six aggressive fixtures and have conceded only one objective of their earlier seven matches throughout all competitions.
The Socceroos have an opportunity to complete on the high of their group for the primary time since 2011 by securing only a single level on this match. A victory would additionally give them an ideal report within the group stage.
However, Uzbekistan bounced again from a irritating opening recreation to register a convincing 3-0 win in opposition to India.
This victory has put them in a powerful place to advance to the knockout stage. They’re unbeaten of their final 9 matches in all competitions and have conceded solely as soon as of their final 4 video games mixed.
Uzbekistan shall be desirous to make historical past by defeating Australia and ending as group winners.
Group Information:
Australia made three modifications to their squad for the match in opposition to Syria, with Cameron Burgess, Aiden O’Neill, and Jordan Bos getting into the beginning lineup.
Gamers like Martin Boyle and Jackson Irvine have been in superb kind, contributing objectives to the staff’s success. Mathew Ryan, the Socceroos’ goalkeeper, has been spectacular along with his clear sheets and expertise.
Uzbekistan additionally made three modifications to their beginning lineup for his or her recreation in opposition to India. Sherzod Nasrullaev, Abbosbek Fayzullaev, and Igor Sergeev changed Rustam Ashurmatov, Khojiakbar Alijonov, and Khojimat Erkinov.
Key gamers corresponding to Farrukh Sayfiev, Odiljon Hamrobekov, and Abdukodir Khusanov will play essential roles for Uzbekistan.
Potential Lineups:
Australia: (4-3-3)
Ryan;
Jones, Souttar, Rowles, Bos;
McGree, Metcalfe, Irvine;
Boyle, Yengi, Silvera
Uzbekistan: (4-4-2)
Yusupov;
Alijonov, Khusanov, Eshmurodov, Sayfiev;
Turgunboev, Shukurov, Erkinov, Masharipov;
Abdikholikov, Sergeyev
Prediction: Australia 0-0 Uzbekistan
Contemplating the defensive prowess of each groups, we anticipate a tightly contested match. Of their earlier encounter 4 years in the past, Australia defeated Uzbekistan on penalties after a goalless draw.
We predict an identical consequence on this match, with a 0-0 draw at full time. With each groups more likely to safe a spot within the knockout stage, an absence of urgency might stop them from taking pointless dangers.
