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Asian Cup - Qualification

Pakistan

€2.38m

18 Nov04:00
0 : 5

Syria

€21.50m

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Pakistan vs Syria Prediction Asian Cup - Qualification

Pakistan vs Syria Prediction: Can the Hosts Upset the Odds?

Welcome to our Pakistan vs Syria prediction for the AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers on November 18, 2025. If you’re a football fan who loves a good underdog story—or just wants to know where the smart money is—this match at Islamabad’s Jinnah Sports Stadium is worth a closer look. With Syria already through to the finals and Pakistan out of the running, there’s still plenty to play for, at least in terms of pride, development, and, of course, betting odds.

Team News, Tactics, and Recent Form

Let’s set the scene. Syria, with a squad value of €21.50m, have breezed through Group E with a perfect record—four wins from four. They’ve already booked their ticket to the Asian Cup finals, and their confidence is sky-high. Pakistan, on the other hand, are bottom of the group with just two points and have scored only once in four games. Their squad, valued at €2.38m, is still finding its feet on the international stage.

  • Head to head: Syria have won both previous meetings, each by a 2-0 margin. Their last encounter in March 2025 ended with the same scoreline.
  • Pakistan’s recent form: They did manage a gritty 1-1 draw away to Afghanistan last month, defying the betting odds of 5.0. That’s a small but significant step for a team that’s struggled for consistency.
  • Syria’s recent form: They held Iran to a 1-1 draw away in January 2024, even when few gave them a chance (odds were 9.5 for a Syria win!).

On the tactical front, Syria’s coach José Lana likes a 4-2-3-1 setup, giving his side plenty of attacking options, especially with the return of big names like Omar Al-Soma and Omar Khribin. Pakistan, under Nolberto Solano, are likely to sit deep in a 4-4-2 or 4-5-1, aiming to frustrate the visitors and hit on the break or from set pieces. With midfielder Adil Nabi likely out and defender Easah Suliman’s status still a mystery (will he, won’t he?), Pakistan’s backline could be stretched.

Squad Updates and Player Status

  • Pakistan: Injuries to Adil Nabi and Abdullah Shah hurt their midfield and defense. Easah Suliman might return, but reports are conflicting. Rahis Nabi is expected to play, while Otis Khan remains out due to disciplinary reasons.
  • Syria: Alaa al-Dali joined up with the squad just in time, and both Al-Soma and Khribin are back in the fold. Pablo Sabbag, who scored a brace earlier in qualifying, is another attacking threat.

Syria’s depth is impressive—coach Lana mentioned he’s got a pool of over 200 international-level players to choose from. Pakistan, meanwhile, are still building, with Solano keen to integrate more young talent and improve team cohesion after years of footballing challenges, including a previous FIFA ban and a lack of a strong domestic league.

Betting Odds, Predictions, and What to Expect

Let’s talk numbers. The betting odds make Syria overwhelming favorites: a home win for Pakistan sits at 13.0, a draw at 6.1, and an away win at just 1.21. That tells you everything about expectations for this match. But, as we saw in their last outings, both teams are capable of surprises—Pakistan’s draw with Afghanistan and Syria’s point away to Iran are proof that football doesn’t always follow the script.

  1. Best tip: Our AI’s top pick is H2 (Syria to win by at least two goals), with a trust score of 5.6/10 and odds of 1.56. Given the head to head record and Syria’s attacking firepower, this feels like a solid choice.
  2. 1.21 market: The prediction is a straightforward 2 (away win), with a trust rating of 5.7 and odds of 1.21. Not the most lucrative, but it’s hard to argue against the stats.
  3. Total goals: Under 3.5 goals is the call, with a confidence of 1.1 and odds of 1.74. Both previous meetings ended 2-0 to Syria, and Pakistan’s defensive approach should keep the scoreline respectable.

Our predicted final score? 0:2 in favor of Syria. It’s a result that fits the pattern—Syria’s efficiency, Pakistan’s resilience, and a game that’s likely to be more about learning and development for the hosts than about pulling off a miracle.

Final Thoughts: Pakistan vs Syria Prediction

To sum up our Pakistan vs Syria prediction: Syria have the quality, depth, and form to get the job done, even if they take their foot off the gas a little. Pakistan will fight, as they always do, but the gulf in experience and squad value is just too wide. If you’re betting, H2 (Syria by two or more) and under 3.5 goals look like the smart plays. But as always, football has a way of surprising us—so don’t rule out a spirited performance from the home side.

Whether you’re watching for the tactics, the talent, or just hoping for an upset, this is a match that tells a bigger story about where these teams are headed. Enjoy the game, and may your bets be as sharp as your football banter!

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Best Tip odd is moving up from 1.44

Best Tip

The best betting football prediction for Pakistan vs Syria

H2 -179

H2
5/10

1x2 Tip

2 -476

Syria is expected to win with odds of -476
5/10

Total Goals

Under 3.5 -182

No more than 3 goals will be scored in the match
1/10

Both Teams To Score

No -196

At least one team is not expected to score
1/10
Both Teams To Score

Correct Score

0:2

Average / Match

3.2
Total Goals
3.1
0.2
Goals Scored
1.9
3
Goals Against
1.2

Overview Last 10 Matches

0
Wins
6
8
Over 1.5 Goals
8
6
Over 2.5 Goals
7
3
Over 3.5 Goals
4
2
Both Teams Scored
4
0
Unexpected Wins
0
0
Unexpected Loses
0

Head to Head

Pakistan
0 - 0 - 1
Syria
Syria Syria 25-Mar-25
2:0
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