manila game Iraq Vs Saudi Arabia Live Streaming, Arabian Gulf Cup 2024-25: When, Where To Watch Gulf Cup Of Nations, Group B Match On TV And Online

It is Iraq vs Saudi Arabia tonight, two fierce rivalsmanila game, in Kuwait City, and is one of the most the winner-take-all-match which will decide the final semi-finalists of the Arabian Gulf Cup 2024-25. (More Football News)

Leaving the political and historical overtones, here is a chance to enjoy the clash of two talented teams.

With that, here's all you need to know about the IRQ vs KSA football match, including telecast details.

Four-time champions Iraq started their campaign with a 1-0 win over Yemen, but a 2-0 defeat against Bahrain put the Lions of Mesopotamia in a precarious position.

Now, Jesus Casas' holders need a win in their final Group B match to keep their title defence alive.

Saudi Arabia, meanwhile, recovered from a 2-3 defeat against Bahrain to beat Yemen 3-2 in the previous match.

Herve Renard's Green Falcons sit second behind already qualified Bahrain, but a defeat against Iraq will end their campaign. They won the last of their four titles in 2004.

The Iraq vs Saudi Arabia football matches are often overshadowed by off-the-field issues, with the oft-quoted 'political differences and historical grievances' taking the forefront every time the fixture is pencilled in.

Iraq lead Saudi Arabia 18-11 in the head-to-head record with another seven ending in draws.

In their last meeting, Iraq beat Saudi Arabia 2-0 last year, in an Arabian Gulf Cup group stage match. The Saudis last beat their rivals, 1-0, during the FIFA World Cup qualifier in 2017.

The Saturday doubleheader will also see Bahrain take on already eliminated Yemen.

When is the Iraq vs Saudi Arabia, Gulf Cup of Nations 2024-25 Group B match?

The Iraq vs Saudi Arabia, Gulf Cup of Nations 2024-25 Group B match at Jaber International Stadium, Kuwait City is scheduled for December 28 (Saturday). The kick-off time is 8:00 PM IST/17:30 PM local time.

Where to watch the Iraq vs Saudi Arabia, Gulf Cup of Nations 2024-25 Group B fixture?

The Iraq vs Saudi Arabia, Gulf Cup of Nations 2024-25 Group B fixture won't be telecast in India.

In Iraq, all the Gulf Cup of Nations 2024-25 matches can be watched on STARZPLAY, Shahid, Almanasa, Shoof, Alkass One, Al Iraqiya Sports, Al Rabiaa Sport TV, and KTV Sport.

In Saudi Arabia, all the Gulf Cup of Nations 2024-25 matches can be watched on SSC, STARZPLAY, Shahid, Shoof, Dubai Sports 1, and Alkass One.

Iraq

Goalkeepers: Kumel Al-Rekabe, Jalal Hassan, and Mohammad Hassan.

Defenders: Rebin Sulaka, Mohanad Jeahze, Manaf Younis, Ali Faez, Ali Adnan, Mustafa Saadoon, Ahmed Maknzi, Adam Rasheed, and Zaid Tahseen.

Midfielders: Ibrahim Bayesh, Ahmed Yasin (c), Zidane Iqbal, Amjad Attwan, Amir Al-Ammari, Ali Jasim, Youssef Amyn, Peter Gwargis, Marko Farji, and Lucas Shlimon.

After a goalless first quarter, Korea struck just 36 seconds into the second quarter with Jungjun Lee finding the net due to a mistake from Pakistan goalkeeper Abdullah Ishtiyaq Khan. The goal remained the difference between the two teams till the half-time.

Forwards: Ali Yousif, Mohanad Ali, Amin Al-Hamawi, and Aymen Hussein.

Saudi Arabia

Goalkeepers: Nawaf Al-Aqidi, Mohammed Al-Owais, and Ahmed Al-Kassar.

Defenders: Sultan Al-Ghannam, Awn Al-Saluli, Ali Lajami, Ali Al-Bulaihi, Muhannad Al-Shanqeeti, Yasser Al-Shahrani, Saad Al-Mousa, Hassan Al-Tambakti, and Nawaf Boushal.

Midfielders: Nasser Al-Dawsari, Musab Al-Juwayr, Abdulellah Al-Malki, Salem Al-Dawsari, Abdulelah Hawsawi, Ayman Fallatah, Mohammed Al-Qahtani, Mohamed Kanno, and Abdulmalik Al-Oyayari.

Forwards: Firas Al-Buraikanmanila game, Saleh Al-Shehri, Abdullah Al-Hamdan, Abdullah Radif, and Abdulaziz Al-Othman