Asian Cup: Saudi Arabia vs South Korea.
Date: Wednesday, January 31, 2024.
Time: 00:00
Analysis of the recent situation of the Saudi team:
The Saudi Arabian team has performed steadily in this Asian Cup, with a record of two wins and one draw in the group stage, accumulating seven points and successfully advancing to the one-eighth knockout round. However, they faced a strong opponent in the knockout rounds against South Korea. In recent years, Saudi Arabia have been mediocre against strong teams and could well be stuck in the eighth-knockout rounds again if they fail to show more competitive form.
Tactical analysis: The Saudi team is more flexible in terms of tactical play, and in the previous group stage, they used different formations such as 343 to face their opponents. Against strong opponents, they usually start with the defensive end and limit the impact of the opponent's attack by strengthening the midfield. Attackingly, they mainly exploited corners and wide crosses to find chances.
Analysis of the recent situation of the South Korean team:
South Korea did not perform well in the group stage and finished second in the group to advance to the quarter-finals, but they could not avoid the Saudi Arabian side. South Korea's defense is problematic, and only Kim Min-jae has some quality at the back, and the rest of the players are working in the domestic league. Compared to previous years, the Korean team's running ability has decreased. If they can't improve their defensive consistency, it's hard to show what they can do to win the title.
Match Analysis: Previously, the Saudi team lost 0-1 in a warm-up match against South Korea, but the Saudi team did not go all out in that game. In key matches, the Saudis are unlikely to continue to use the 433 formation, and are more likely to focus on the grappling in the midfield. It is expected to be a hard-fought game that may require extra-time or penalty shoot-outs to decide the winner. South Korea will need to rely on extra time or penalty shootouts if they want to advance.
Premier League: Fulham vs Everton.
Date: Wednesday, January 31, 2024.
Time: 03:45
Fulham Analysis:
Fulham have been in average form of late and are currently 13th in the Premier League with seven wins, three draws and 11 defeats. Although the overall strength of the team is not bad, if they can't achieve better results, the coach will face the danger of being sacked. Fulham have been eliminated in the FA Cup and EFL Cup, so they are expected to improve in the league.
Everton's latest analysis:
Everton are in a difficult position as they are just one point off the relegation zone. In the past few rounds, Everton have faced several strong teams, which has led to a continuous decline in the league table. They will also face the likes of Tottenham, Manchester City, Brighton & Hove Albion and West Ham in their follow-up fixtures, and it will be difficult to avoid falling into the relegation zone.
Match analysis: Fulham and Everton have met twice before in the EFL Cup and league, with Fulham holding the upper hand. Although Everton's quality has declined, they have shown a strong desire to win in the past few seasons when they were relegated.