Here is how bookies rate Japan's and Indonesia's chances to win in their third Asian Cup game (odds powered by Betobet):
Japan – 1.03
Draw – 15.00
Indonesia – 29.00
Japan
Before the start of the Asian Cup, everyone expected the Samurai to qualify for the last 16 long before the end of the group stage. In reality, they didn't do that, Moreover, they lost chances to climb on top of their group. All down to the shocking 1-2 defeat against Iraq!
In the playoffs, Japan can face South Korea but it's too early to think about that. First, they need to secure at least a draw against Indonesia. But there's little doubt they will play to win.
Indonesia
Indonesia can get to the knockout stages of the Asian Cup for the first time in their history. With the three points they got from beating Vietnam, they are now among the best third-placed team of the group stage. Even a defeat would not kill all hopes for the last 16.
Japan vs Indonesia: Facts to Know
Japan's defeat against Iraq ended their 11-win streak.
It was also the first game when they failed to score at least two goals.
Indonesia's 3-0 win against Vietnam was their first victory and first clean sheet in the last seven games.
The teams have never faced each other before.
Japan vs Indonesia: Prediction and Betting Tip
Japan will be willing to bounce back from recent disappointments: that's why we think they aren't going to save their energy for the playoffs. Indeed, Japan is likely to come out all guna blazing and score as many goals as they can against the underdogs.
The Samurai can scored three or four goals easily but since their defence is quite vulnerable, you can expect even more goals to be scored in this one.
Our betting tip: Goals total over 3.5 (Betobet betting odds – 1.80)
