Bahrain and Japan will face off at the Al Thumama Stadium in the Asian Cup last 16 on 31 January.
Bahrain vs Japan: Betting odds
Here are the odds for tomorrow's game, powered by Betobet:
Bahrain – 12.00
Draw – 6.30
Japan – 1.21
Bahrain
When Bahrain lost 1-3 against South Korea in the cup opener, even their diehard fans doubted the team would get beyond the group stage.
However, the wins against Malaysia and Jordan helped Bahrain to not just qualify for the playoffs but to do that as group leaders. Now they are facing arguably the toughest possible opponent.
Japan
Japan are one of the major favourites but their struggles against Vietnam and Iraq showed huge problems with defending and balance between the lines.
The Samurai finished second in the group stage after beating Indonesia 3-1.
Bahrain vs Japan: Facts to know
In Japan's last seven games at least three goals were scored.
In all Japan's games at the current Asian Cup both scored.
Out of Bahrain's last nine games, eight ended with goals total under 2.5, seven - with just one team scoring.
Bahrain vs Japan: Head-to-head
Out of nine games between the sides, Japan won seven and lost two. Interestingly, the most popular scoreline has been 1-0 (six games out of nine).
Bahrain vs Japan: Predictions and betting tip
Japan are huge favourites for this one but their defensive issues are still there. Considering their opponents love to score, it could prove costly.
Our betting tip: Goals total over 3 (Betobet odds – 1.94)
