United Arab Emirates vs Iraq Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 13 Nov 2025

World Cup qualifying Betting Preview: United Arab Emirates vs Iraq

United Arab Emirates clash with Iraq in the first leg of this final round Asia World Cup qualifying tie at Mohamed bin Zayed Stadium, with kick-off set for 11:00 on Thursday 13 November. The winner of this home-and-away tie will book a place in next year’s FIFA Play-Off Tournament.

Iraq +0.5 can secure a payout when they go up against United Arab Emirates. We’ll take the Lions of Mesopotamia on the Asian Handicap with the comfort of a win or draw being enough to land a return at -141 with this bet.

United Arab Emirates were defeated in their last game. On the road, they suffered a 2-1 World Cup qualifying reverse against Qatar.

Iraq drew 0-0 in their previous game. This took place on the road against Saudi Arabia in the World Cup qualifier.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Iraq won the last encounter between the pair. Enjoying a 1-0 home triumph when facing UAE.

Asia World Cup Qualification		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
2	UAE	2	1	0	1	3	3	0	3:3	3
2	Iraq	2	1	1	0	1	0	1	1:0	4

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Confirmed Lineups

United Arab Emirates confirmed lineup (4-4-1-1): Khalid Eisa (GK), Marcus Meloni, Lucas Pimenta, Alaeddine Zouhir, Ruben Amaral, Luanzinho, Yahia Nader, Abdalla Ramadan, Sultan Adill Alamiri, Nicolas Gimenez, Harib Abdalla Suhail.

Iraq confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Jalal Hassan (GK), Hussein Ali, Akam Hashem, Zaid Tahseen, Merchas Doski, Aimar Sher, Ali Jasim, Amir Al-Ammari, Marko Lawk Farji, Ali Al Hamadi, Mohanad Ali.

United Arab Emirates vs Iraq Prediction & Betting Tips

Prepare for United Arab Emirates vs Iraq with our expert betting guide featuring a trusted match prediction, a correct score recommendation and a well-crafted bet builder.

Match Prediction

We’re optimistic when it comes to our bet on Iraq +0.5 at odds of -141. The visitors should be able to swerve a loss in this World Cup qualifying match and this wager has the numbers to back up our verdict.

We’re constantly keeping tabs on the World Cup qualifying team news. Along with the latest form, this helps us get the value every time. Our football experts are able to take a stats-led approach, with the key numbers providing a guide.

Key United Arab Emirates vs Iraq stats:

• The +0.5 line has been covered by Iraq in 8 of their last 10 games on the road.
• The +0.5 line has been covered by Iraq in 16 of their last 20 games.
• The +0.5 line has been covered by Iraq in 3 consecutive games.
• The -0.5 line hasn’t been covered by UAE in 6 of their last 10 games.
• The -0.5 line hasn’t been covered by UAE in 3 of their last 5 games.

Based on the odds from the best betting apps, our pick carries a 58.5% chance of winning. However, our research has found that the actual probability is between 65-70%. It is therefore regarded as a value bet.

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Our Match Prediction

Iraq Asian Hcp +0.5 @ -141 Bet Now

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Correct Score Prediction

UAE 0 - 1 Iraq

We’re taking a correct score bet which involves the Lions of Mesopotamia to win 1-0. The odds of +540 make plenty of appeal and you should hopefully get some entertainment with this wager.

United Arab Emirates vs Iraq Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

United Arab Emirates are available at +112 to come away with a triumph in this World Cup qualifying clash, meaning a 47% likelihood of winning according to the published betting odds. The market suggests that Iraq are least likely to win at +265.

UAE can be backed alternatively on the Draw No Bet market and that means getting -217. However, if you want insurance on the underdogs instead, Iraq are +148.

A low-scoring contest will be anticipated by many and Under 2.5 Goals currently has the shortest odds. An alternative angle is a BTTS bet and Both Teams to Score No is available at -172.

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Full-Time Result

1

+112

X

+190

2

+265

Half-Time Result

1

+188

X

-103

2

+330

Double Chance

1X

-435

12

-294

X2

-164

Draw No Bet

1

-217

2

+148

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -0.25

-130

2 Hcp +0.25

-110

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-244

Over 2.5

+163

Both Teams to Score

Yes

+120

No

-172

Latest competitive match stats. Full Time Result and Goals.

United Arab Emirates Stats

Iraq Stats

Full-Time Result

• 4 wins, 3 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
• 6 wins, 1 defeat and 3 draws in the previous 10 home matches

Full-Time Result

• 4 wins, 3 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
• 6 wins, 2 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 away matches

Goals

• An average of 1.50 goals scored and 0.90 conceded in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 2.10 goals scored and 0.60 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
• An average of 2.40 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 2.70 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
• BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 matches
• BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 home matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 home matches

Goals

• An average of 0.90 goals scored and 0.90 conceded in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 1.60 goals scored and 0.60 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
• An average of 1.80 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 2.20 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
• BTTS Yes in 3 of the previous 10 matches
• BTTS Yes in 3 of the previous 10 away matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 10 matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 away matches

United Arab Emirates vs Iraq Lineups & Team News

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