On Saturday morning, Tunisia and Australia clash in what could be a big game for both teams in Group D of the World Cup.
Tunisia form guideThe north African team produced a spirited display to draw 0-0 with Denmark in their tournament's opening game. The result keeps them well in with a chance of making the last 16 of the competition. However, they would probably have to win this game in order to advance to the knockout stages of the World Cup for the first time.
Jalal Kadri’s team has been difficult to beat of late, as they have now suffered defeat in just one of their last nine international matches. Despite their recent decent results, history is against Tunisia at World Cups, as they have now won just twice in 16 games in the competition.
Australia form guideDespite taking the lead against France in their opening game of the tournament, Graham Arnold’s team suffered a 4-1 defeat. The opening match was always likely to be the most difficult game for Australia. However, they will feel that this game is far more winnable.
The defeat against world champions France ended a five-game unbeaten run for the Socceroos, four of which ended in wins.
Similar to their opponents, Australia has a poor recent record at World Cups, recording just two wins in their 17 appearances in the competition. The defeat against France means that Australia are winless in seven World Cup matches, having suffered six losses in the process.
Latest team newsTunisia has no reported injury issues heading into this potentially pivotal encounter. The experienced Wahbi Khazri could well feature from the start in this clash after not playing a part in the game against Denmark.
Australia should have a fully fit squad available, and Graham Arnold may name an unchanged starting line-up from the France defeat.
What am I backing?Neither team will want to lose this game, so this game could be a cagey and tight affair, so the bet I am backing is under 2.5 goals scored.
