Cape Verde Islands
Saudi Arabia
Teamübersicht
In their latest World Cup match, Cape Verde Islands faced Uruguay and managed to secure a 2-2 draw. Despite being away, they showcased a strong performance with 65% possession, but ultimately, they couldn't clinch the win.
Match statistics (Uruguay vs Cape Verde Islands):
Teamübersicht
Saudi Arabia's most recent World Cup outing ended in a disappointing 0-4 loss to Spain. Struggling to find their footing, they were outplayed and managed only one shot on goal throughout the match.
Match statistics (Spain vs Saudi Arabia):
The highly anticipated World Cup group stage match between Cape Verde Islands and Saudi Arabia ended in a goalless draw, with both teams unable to find the back of the net despite a spirited contest.
Throughout the match, Cape Verde Islands displayed a slight edge in possession, controlling the ball 51% of the time compared to Saudi Arabia's 49%. They were more aggressive in attack, registering 15 total shots, of which 2 were on target, while Saudi Arabia managed 7 shots with 3 on target. However, neither side could convert their opportunities into goals.
The match was marked by a flurry of yellow cards, with Cape Verde receiving 1 and Saudi Arabia 3. The physicality of the game was evident, as the teams combined for 26 fouls, with Cape Verde committing 10 and Saudi Arabia 16. This aggressive play contributed to a tense atmosphere, but ultimately, neither team could capitalize on their chances.
As the match progressed, substitutions were made in an attempt to break the deadlock, but the defensive organization of both sides held firm. Despite the lack of goals, the match showcased the competitive spirit of both teams, setting the stage for their future encounters in the tournament.
Cape Verde Islands have shown a mixed form in their last two matches, drawing against Uruguay (2-2) and failing to score against Spain (0-0). Their recent performances indicate a struggle to convert chances into goals, as evidenced by their average of 1.0 goals per game in the last 10 matches.
On the other hand, Saudi Arabia has had a challenging run, particularly highlighted by a heavy defeat to Spain (0-4) and a draw against Uruguay (1-1). They have conceded an average of 2.5 goals per game in their last two outings, which raises concerns about their defensive capabilities.
In their previous encounter, Cape Verde Islands managed to achieve an expected goals (xG) value of 1.52 while Saudi Arabia only reached 0.27. This discrepancy suggests that Cape Verde Islands were more effective in creating scoring opportunities. Additionally, Cape Verde Islands had a higher possession rate of 51% compared to Saudi Arabia's 49%, indicating a slight advantage in controlling the game.
Furthermore, Cape Verde Islands had more shots on target (2) than Saudi Arabia (3), but both teams struggled to convert their chances into goals. The disciplinary records show Cape Verde Islands received 1 yellow card while Saudi Arabia received 3, which could indicate a more aggressive approach from the latter.
In terms of tactics, Cape Verde Islands may adopt a more cautious approach, focusing on maintaining possession and creating opportunities through quick transitions. Saudi Arabia, on the other hand, might look to exploit any defensive lapses by Cape Verde Islands, but their recent struggles in attack could hinder their effectiveness.
Vozinha
G
S. Moreira
D
R. Lopes
D
D. Borges
D
S. Lopes Cabral
D
K. Lenini
M
R. Mendes
M
T. Arcanjo
M
J. Monteiro
M
G. Rodrigues
M
Benchimol
F
M. Al Owais
G
S. Abdulhamid
D
A. Al Amri
D
A. Lajami
D
H. Tambakti
D
M. Al Harbi
D
M. Al Juwayr
M
A. Al Khaibari
M
N. Al Dawsari
M
S. Al Dawsari
M
F. Al Buraikan
F
