Mexico vs. Saudi Arabia prediction, odds, betting tips and best bets for World Cup 2022 Group C

Both Saudi Arabia and Mexico are in a position to advance to the World Cup knockout stage. Saudi are confident of a win, while Mexico is struggling. Both teams are hoping to have Argentina beat Poland. Mexico needs to win to avoid elimination. Argentina needs a draw to stay in the tournament.

Mexico are minus-odds to win on the moneyline. Saudi Arabia have put forth two good showings against two top sides. Both teams have to lose to have a chance of reaching the knockout stage.

Mexico vs. Saudi Arabia is a World Cup 2022 Group C match.

Mexico's Raul Jimenez has struggled for fitness following his long layoff with a painful hip injury. Mexico lost captain Andres Guardado to a muscle injury before the Argentina game. Tecatito Corona has not recovered from his broken ankle in time to take part in the World Cup. Saudi Arabia lost left-back Yasser Al-Shahrani to facial surgery after a collision with his goalkeeper Mohammed Alowais.

Mexico have reached the Round of 16 at each of their last seven World Cup appearances. Mexico are winless in four straight World Cups. Saudi Arabia have kept a clean sheet in just one of 18 World cups all-time.

Both teams know they need to win to advance. Saudi Arabia will want to put on a show for their fans. Mexico is searching for answers and coming up empty. A draw could see Saudi through in the event Argentina beats Poland by four goals or more.

Mexico and Saudi Arabia are playing each other in a World Cup match. Mexico needs to win to advance to the knockout stage. Saudi Arabian's team has shown good attacking skills and good defensive play. Poland beat Saudi by two goals in the opening game.  Saudi Arabia created good chances and counter-attacked well.