China vs. Saudi Arabia Live Score, Preview, Predictions: AFC Asian Cup 2015 Qualifiers
Saudi Arabia will take on China in the AFC Asian Cup qualifiers Tuesday.
Saudi Arabia has already clinched a spot in the tournament after posting a record of four wins in four games. The team has scored eight times and has only conceded three goals in that span. Saudi Arabia defeated China 2-1 at home in its opener before defeating Indonesia 2-1 on the road. The third game was a 2-0 win over Iraq at Amman, Jordan, while the fourth game was a 2-1 win at home.
Meanwhile, China sits in second place with seven points in four games. The team's record consists of two wins, one draw and one loss, as well as four goals scored and three conceded. China lost 2-1 against Saudi Arabia in its opener but bounced back with a 1-0 win over Iraq. In the third game, the team drew 1-1 with Indonesia and drew the ire of pundits and fans. However, China bounced back with a 1-0 win at home in the most recent match.
Saudi Arabia has nothing to worry about, while China needs to find a way to win to qualify. A win will clinch the top spot, but a loss would also do the trick if Indonesia manages to take down Iraq. A draw would also put China through if Indonesia defeats or draws against Iraq.
Prediction: China is home and should be able to feed off of its fans. Look for the two sides to battle to a 0-0 draw.
Start Time: Kickoff begins at 6 a.m. EST