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Rabat – Bahrain and Sudan meet in Group D of the FIFA Arab Cup 2025. Bahrain are already out and will play for pride, while Sudan have one point and only a small chance to reach the quarter-finals.
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Match Details
- Fixture: Bahrain vs Sudan
- Competition: FIFA Arab Cup Qatar 2025 (Group D – Matchday 3)
- Venue: Education City Stadium, Al-Rayyan (Qatar)
- Date: Tuesday, December 9, 2025
- Kick-off: 6:00 p.m. (GMT+1)
- How to Watch: Free-to-air on beIN Sports, Al Kass, Bahrain TV, Saudi Sports, Oman Sports and other regional channels.
Bahrain Team News
Bahrain’s campaign is over after losing 2-1 to Iraq and 5-1 to Algeria, leaving them last in Group D with no points. Coach Dragan Talajic says the final match will be used to give young players a chance, and he may rotate the squad.
Experienced players like captain Kamil Al-Aswad, midfielder Ali Madan, and striker Mahdi Abduljabbar are still expected to feature. Talajic has promised that even with changes, the team will fight hard for a positive finish.
Sudan Team News
Sudan have one point after a 0-0 draw with Algeria and a 2-0 loss to Iraq. To stay in the tournament, they must win big and hope Algeria slip. Coach James Appiah told his players to keep fighting and not give up.
Sudan have made chances but not finished them. They will look to veteran striker Mohamed Abdelrahman and forward Yaser Muzmel for goals, with Salah Adel and Walieldin Khedr adding creativity in midfield.
Appiah also sees the competition as good preparation for next year’s Africa Cup of Nations, even with some key players missing.
What to Expect
Sudan are likely to attack right away, aiming to test a Bahrain defense that has already let in seven goals. Bahrain, playing only for pride, may use a mix of regulars and fringe players and try to stay tight at the back.
The game could be open: Bahrain have scored in both matches but their defense has been weak. If Sudan score early, Bahrain will have to push forward, which could leave gaps for Sudan to exploit.
Safe Bets & Prediction
- Both Teams to Score: Likely. Bahrain have scored in both matches, while Sudan will push hard in attack.
- Total Goals – Under 2.5: Likely. Sudan struggle to finish chances, and Bahrain may sit deep, keeping the scoreline tight.
- Sudan to Win: Likely.Â
Prediction: Sudan 1-0 Bahrain
