Kuwait vs Oman

Kuwait's Winless Streak Continues After Dramatic Draw with Iraq

Kuwait's struggles persisted as they were held to a 2-2 draw by Iraq, extending their winless run to three matches. Despite a strong first-half performance and a brace from Yousef Nasser, late defensive errors cost them dearly, allowing Iraq to snatch a point in stoppage time.

With just five draws and two losses in seven World Cup qualifiers, Kuwait remain without a victory in this campaign. Their next challenge comes against Oman on Tuesday—a must-win game if they hope to revive their qualifying hopes. Oman currently sit two points ahead in the group standings.

Oman Also Searching for Momentum

Oman, too, come into this match without a recent win, having drawn 1-1 with South Korea in their last outing. Their last qualifying victory was back in November 2024, a narrow 1-0 win over Palestine.

While Oman have yet to win an away game in this qualifying cycle (2L, 1D), history favors them against Kuwait—they are unbeaten in their last ten meetings (7W, 3D).

Match Preview: Key Questions

Who is favored to win?
Despite both teams being winless in their last three matches, Oman hold the psychological edge due to their decade-long unbeaten streak against Kuwait.

Will both teams score?
Likely. Kuwait have seen goals at both ends in nine of their last ten games, while Oman have had both teams score in six of their last seven.

Prediction: Oman to Edge Kuwait

Kuwait’s recurring issue—squandering leads—was evident again against Iraq. With no wins in seven qualifiers (5D, 2L), they face an uphill battle against Oman.

Oman, though also winless in three, showed grit in their draw with South Korea. While they’ve struggled away from home in this campaign, their historical dominance over Kuwait could prove decisive.

Final Verdict: Oman’s strong record against Kuwait and their opponents’ defensive vulnerabilities suggest an away win is on the cards. However, with both teams consistently finding the net, expect an entertaining clash with goals at both ends.