Before the final match of Group B in the World Cup 2026 qualifiers in the Asian region, both Japan and Syria are in positions good enough to advance. However, only the Blue Samurai team is guaranteed, while the representatives from West Asia will need to secure a full 3 points to determine their fate.
First half match prediction for Japan vs Syria
The Japanese team will enter this final match with a very relaxed mindset, as they have already secured the top position in Group B with 15 points, 8 points ahead of the second-placed Syria. However, the “formality play” mentality has never appeared in the spirit of the Japanese players, and they will certainly not take this match lightly. In fact, the land of the rising sun team still has a goal to strive for, which is to achieve a perfect record of 6 wins in the qualifying campaign. Coach Hajime Moriyasu and his players will surely fight for this impressive record by fielding their best players. In contrast to Japan, Syria, despite being in second place, still cannot be sure of holding the ticket to the third round of the World Cup 2026 qualifiers. Currently, the West Asian representative is only 1 point ahead of the third-placed team, North Korea, with a not too distant goal difference. If Syria fails to win against Japan and North Korea defeats Myanmar, a twist will occur. In terms of determination and goals, it is clear that Coach Hector Cuper and his players need a win more than Japan. However, the class of the stars on the Japanese side will be a huge obstacle for Syria to achieve what they want. Japan’s typical playing style is that they often do not exert much effort in the first half, while Syria, facing a stronger opponent, needs to prioritize tight defense to keep a clean sheet, because if they concede just one goal, things will become very complicated. The result of the first 45 minutes of play is likely to be goalless. Prediction: Under 1st half goals
Full match prediction for Japan vs Syria
In contrast to the first half of the match, the second half is likely to be the time for the Japanese players to truly unleash their most dangerous attacks. Despite being considered weaker, the Syrian national team truly needs a win and they will have to push forward to seek goals in a situation where they have nothing to lose, which will be favorable for Japan’s transitional play style. In addition, the West Asian team also suffered a significant loss when missing both key forwards Al Aswad and Irandust due to injury. These are the players who provide the main goal output for Syria, and the attacking effectiveness of Coach Hector Cuper’s team will surely be somewhat affected as Muayad Al Khouli has never been a worthy replacement. Japan will have their best lineup for tomorrow’s match, but Coach Hajime Moriyasu may give opportunities to those who have had less playing time and young talents to test themselves in high-stakes matches. On the Syrian side, the lineup from the match against North Korea is likely to be retained, as they are the best individuals they currently have. The bookmakers still rate Japan very highly with a handicap of up to 2.5 even though they have secured their place in the next round. However, this is a relatively risky choice that players should not trust too much because with the great determination of the Syrian national team, they will not easily succumb by more than 2 goals against Japan. On the contrary, a result with points for the West Asian team is being considered by many experts. Another betting option for players in this match is the over/under goal bet.Con số được nhà cái đưa ra lên tới 3.5 toàn trận, trong khi đây là trận đấu giữa một đội đã chắc suất đi tiếp và đội còn lại thì ưu tiên chơi chặt chẽ cùng những tổn thất trên hàng tấn công. Cái kết có từ 3 bàn thắng trở xuống rất dễ xảy ra ở tình cảnh hiện tại. Prediction: Syria +2.5 FT, under goals
