Kuwait vs. Lebanon AFC Asian Cup 2015 Qualifiers: Live Score, Preview, Predictions, Schedule 9:30 a.m. EST
Kuwait and Lebanon will face off in the AFC Asian Cup qualifiers on Friday.
The two sides are locked in contention for the second spot in the group. Kuwait has five points in three games while Lebanon has four in the same span.
Kuwait opened its tournament with a 3-1 win over Thailand and drew 1-1 with Iran in the second game. In the most recent match, Kuwait managed to draw 1-1 with Lebanon on the road.
Lebanon was annihilated 5-0 by Iran in the opening match of the group stage but responded with a 5-2 win over Thailand and a 1-1 draw with Kuwait.
Kuwait holds a solid record against Lebanon throughout the two nations' histories. In 28 matches between the two sides, Kuwait holds a record of 13 wins, eight draws and seven losses; four of the seven defeats came in the first four games between these two nations. In the subsequent 24, Kuwait has only lost three times with Lebanon; only one of those victories has come in the last 11 games. However, Lebanon holds the edge when it comes to competitive matches. In 15 competitive games, Lebanon has managed six wins, five draws and four losses against Kuwait.
Prediction: Kuwait will have the added benefit of playing at home in this match and should have little difficulty taking down Lebanon. Look for Kuwait to come away with a 2-0 win.
Start Time: Kick-off gets underway at 9:30 a.m. EST.
The match will not be broadcast in the United States or online.