Bahrain vs Saudi Arabia Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers

Muharabi Dilmun emerged as the winning side in their last meeting against Saudi.

The Bahrain national football team will host the Saudi Arabia national football team in the FIFA World Cup 2026 AFC qualifiers. The interesting contest between these teams is all set to take place at the Bahrain National Stadium.

The Bahrain national football team will be at home, which will keep them confident going into their next 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers fixture. They did defeat Saudi Arabia in their last clash against them. This is going to play a major role in keeping their confidence levels high, but the opponents cannot be taken lightly.

The Saudi Arabia national football team might not come in with full confidence. Their last few contest have shown their good performances against Japan and Kuwait. Herve Renard-led Saudi squad will come in with their top lineup as they will be looking for a win here. Keep in mind that only the top two teams from each group will get a chance at the upcoming FIFA World Cup.

Kick-off:

• Location: Riffa, Bahrain
• Stadium: Bahrain National Stadium
• Date: Thursday, June 5
• Kick-off Time: 21:30 IST/ 17:00 GMT/ 12:00 ET/ 09:00 PT
• Referee: TBD
• VAR: In use

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— المنتخب السعودي (@SaudiNT) June 2, 2025

Form:

Bahrain: L-W-W-L-L

Saudi Arabia: W-L-W-D-W

Players to Watch

Mohamed Marhoon (Bahrain)

The 27-year-old midfielder has five goal contributions in 14 2026 FIFA World Cup Asian qualifiers fixtures. Mohamed Marhoon is once again included in the squad. He can control the midfield well and help his side in this tough outing.

Marhoon will have to step up here and come up with a top performance.

Salem Al Dawsari (Saudi Arabia)

Salem Al Dawsari will have an important role to play in the attacking front for the Saudi Arabia national football team. Herve Renard will surely put him in the starting XI as the Al Hilal star is super talented. He is likely to emerge as the game changer for his side with his ability to score goals and set up plays for his fellow teammates.

Match Facts

• Three of the last five matches between Saudi Arabia and Bahrain have ended in a draw.
• Saudi Arabia are on a three-match undefeated run.
• Bahrain have not scored any goals in their last two matches.

Bahrain vs Saudi Arabia: Betting Tips and Odds

• Saudi Arabia to win @1/1 Betway
• Salem Al Dawsari to score
• Goals over 3.5 @4/1 William Hill

Injury and Team News

All of the players for both national football teams are ready and fit to be in action.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 39

Bahrain won: 8

Saudi Arabia won: 19

Draws: 12

Predicted Lineups

Bahrain predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Lutfalla (GK); Bughammar, Baqer, Al Hayam, Al Khalasi; Saeed, Al Aswad; Madan, Marhoon, Al Humaidan; Abduljabbar

Saudi Arabia predicted lineup (5-4-1)

Al Aqidi (GK); Al Shanqiti, Thakri, Lajami, Tambakti, Boushal; Al Brikan, Al Juwayr, Al Ghamdi, Al Dawsari; Al Sahafi

Match Prediction

It is going to be an important fixture for both sides. The game could end up being an intense one. However, we predict Saudis are likely to secure a win against Bahrain in this FIFA World Cup qualifier fixture.

Prediction: Bahrain 1-3 Saudi Arabia

Telecast Details

India: Fancode

Indonesia: GTV

Japan: DAZN Japan

Australia: Paramount+

Saudi Arabia: beIN SPORTS CONNECT

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