TIPS - Qatar VS United Arab Emirates

[(Qatar) Strength]:
1. Qatar are 2nd in Group A with one point. They are only 2 points away from the top place, so the team are full of motivation.

[(Qatar) Neutral]:
1. Qatar drew 0-0 with Oman on the road in the first match of the Fourth round, showing mediocre performances.

[(Qatar) Weakness]:
1. Qatar were winless with only 2 draws and 2 losses in the last 4 home games, revealing underwhelming home performances.
2. Qatar conceded 10 goals in the last 5 games, averaging 2 goals per game, boasting flawed defense.
3. Among the three teams in Group A, Qatar are currently the only team that failed to score in the Fourth round, indicating low offensive efficiency.
4. Qatar were beaten by United Arab Emirates twice at home and away in last year's qualification.
5. Qatar lost the last 4 consecutive games in AH, showcasing a decline in their recent trend.

[(United Arab Emirates) Strength]:
1. United Arab Emirates are at the top of Group A with 3 points, but their position is unstable. To secure a spot in the World Cup, the team are undoubtedly motivated to grab points.
2. United Arab Emirates won 2-1 over Oman in the last match, starting the Fourth round with a victory and showing decent performances.
3. United Arab Emirates scored 10 goals in the last 5 games, averaging 2 goals per game, which demonstrates decent offense.
4. United Arab Emirates are on a 4-game unbeaten run in AH, indicating a good trend lately.

[(United Arab Emirates) Neutral]:
1. United Arab Emirates ended 3 of their last 4 games with OVERs in O/U.

[(United Arab Emirates) Weakness]:
1. United Arab Emirates only won one and lost three in their last four away matches, revealing poor away strength.

[Tips]:
Oman took only one point after two group games, already failing to advance.

The final qualification spot from Group A will be decided between Qatar and United Arab Emirates.

Currently, United Arab Emirates hold the advantage with 3 points, but they are playing away from home in this match, and their recent away record of 1 draw and 3 losses is genuinely poor.

On the other hand, Qatar's recent home form has slightly declined, but their past home performance in qualifiers has been commendable.

This match is essentially a crucial situation for both sides, and Qatar will undoubtedly aim to capitalize on their home advantage.

Therefore, Qatar are favored to win this fixture.

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