Oman vs. Thailand (Sunday, 2.30pm)
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Thailand can take a big step towards securing their place in the last 16 of the Asian Cup when they face Oman on Sunday at Abdullah bin Khalifa Stadium in the second group fixture for both sides.
On matchday one this week, Oman could not hold onto an early advantage against Saudi Arabia, losing 2-1, while Thailand put together an impressive 2-0 triumph over Kyrgyzstan.
We say: Oman 1-1 Thailand
Oman will be disappointed with their opening result, though they have bounced back quickly from tough losses, and they showed some promise in their opener despite the result.
On the other hand, Thailand are riding high, and although we expect to see a spirited effort from them, they might be in for a slight emotional letdown as well.
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Kyrgyzstan vs. Saudi Arabia (Sunday, 5.30pm)
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In the final Asian Cup group fixture this weekend, Kyrgyzstan will seek their first points of the competition when they face Saudi Arabia on Sunday at Ahmed bin Ali Stadium.
The White Falcons began this campaign with a 2-0 defeat versus Thailand, while the Saudis escaped with a 2-1 come-from-behind victory over Oman.
We say: Kyrgyzstan 0-2 Saudi Arabia
Their opening game victory may have felt like a great escape, but Saudi Arabia showed they have the depth and patience to win in various ways, and those qualities seem to be missing right now for Kyrgyzstan.
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Barney Corkhill
