This Thursday in Rabat, Morocco will play against Bahrain in an international friendly. Betting on goals could be a wise choice given the promising odds.
Match Preview
Morocco, known as the “Atlas Lions,” is currently one of Africa’s top teams. They performed exceptionally well in World Cup qualifying, securing seven wins in seven matches, putting them 11 points ahead of the second-placed team.
In their last match, Morocco beat Zambia 2-0, marking their fourth straight qualifier without conceding a goal. They are currently on a seven-match unbeaten streak in all competitions, with six wins and one draw.
Bahrain’s situation is different. They finished last in their qualifying group and are unlikely to make it to the World Cup in the USA. After their elimination, they have played friendlies, winning against Primorye 2-1 and drawing 2-2 with Qatar. However, they lost their latest match against the UAE 0-1.
Probable Lineups
- Morocco: Al Harrar, Moufid, Arrassi, Louadni, Belammari, El Mahraoui, Bash, Khrimat, Riahi, Ouahran Ait, Mouloua
- Bahrain: Lutfalla; Al-Shamsan, Benaddi, Al-Khayyam, El-Khalasi; Madan, Haram, Said, Marhoon; Hasan, Al-Humaidan
Match Facts and Head-to-Head
- The teams have faced each other once, in 2012 at the Arab Nations Cup, where Morocco won 4-0.
- In three of Bahrain’s last five matches, both teams have scored.
- Morocco has seen over 2.5 goals in two of their last five games.
Prediction
The difference in skill is clear, with bookmakers offering low odds for a home win, typically no higher than 1.20. It is expected that Morocco will win this match comfortably, by at least two goals.