Australia vs Oman - 10 things to know with detail
- 1. Australia is ranked 41st in the FIFA World Rankings, while Oman is ranked 82nd.
- 2. The two teams have faced each other 7 times, with Australia winning 5 matches, Oman winning 1 match, and 1 match ending in a draw.
- 3. The last time Australia and Oman faced each other was in January 2015, in a friendly match which Australia won 4-0.
- 4. Australia, also known as the Socceroos, have qualified for the FIFA World Cup five times, with their best performance being in 2006 when they reached the Round of 16.
- 5. Oman, known as the Red Warriors, have never qualified for the FIFA World Cup but have had success in regional competitions such as the Gulf Cup of Nations.
- 6. Australia's key players include Aaron Mooy, Mathew Leckie, and Tom Rogic, who play for clubs in top European leagues.
- 7. Oman's key players include Ahmed Mubarak Al-Mahaijri, Ali Al Busaidi, and Khalid Al Hajri, who have been instrumental in the team's recent successes.
- 8. The match between Australia and Oman will be played at a neutral venue, as part of the AFC Asian Cup qualifiers.
- 9. Both teams will be looking to secure a win in order to improve their chances of qualifying for the AFC Asian Cup.
- 10. The match is expected to be a closely contested affair, with both teams possessing quality players and a strong desire to win.