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Australia vs Kuwait

AAMI Park (Melbourne)9 January 2015 at 09:00
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Match Events

Australia
Kuwait
Kick Off
8′
Hussain Fadhel

assist: Abdulaziz Al Misha'an

T. Cahill

assist: M. Luongo

33′
M. Luongo

assist: I. Franjić

44′
Half Time
58′
Hussain FadhelAmer Al Fadhel
M. Jedinak

Penalty

62′
64′
Abdulaziz Al MishaanYousef Al Sulaiman
T. CahillT. Jurić
65′
R. KruseN. Burns
72′
75′
Khaled Al QahtaniBader Al Mutawa
M. LuongoM. Bresciano
84′
J. Troisi
90+2′
Full Time

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Australia is 6.87, compared to 6.81 for Kuwait. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Australia's highest-rated starter is M. Ryan (7.02), while Kuwait's best-rated player is Faisal Zaid Al Harbi (7.02).

Midfield Control

Australia field 11 midfielders averaging 6.87, versus Kuwait's 11 rated 6.81. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 55% for Australia and —% for Kuwait. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

Australia's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 5 for Kuwait. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Australia's starting XI is 33.8 (youngest: M. Ryan (33), oldest: A. Behich (35)), while Kuwait average 34.3 (youngest: Sultan Al Enezi (33), oldest: Abdulaziz Al Misha'an (36)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Australia's starters average 3 league appearances each, versus 6 for Kuwait. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

AustraliaPosition StrengthKuwait
6.87
Avg Rating
6.81
6.87Midfielder (11 v 11)6.81
0G 0A0G 0A
Australia
1MidfielderM. Ryan7.0
6MidfielderM. Špiranović
13MidfielderA. Behich6.9
2MidfielderI. Franjić
20MidfielderT. Sainsbury
4MidfielderT. Cahill
15MidfielderM. Jedinak
10MidfielderR. Kruse
7MidfielderM. Leckie6.7
21MidfielderM. Luongo
14MidfielderJ. Troisi
Kuwait
23MidfielderHameed Youssef
4MidfielderHussain Fadhel
21MidfielderAli Al Maqseed
6MidfielderKhaled Al Qahtani
13MidfielderMusaed Al Enazi
12MidfielderSultan Al Enezi6.6
8MidfielderSaleh Al Sheikh
11MidfielderFahad Al Ansari
10MidfielderAbdulaziz Al Misha'an
16MidfielderFaisal Zaid Al Harbi7.0
5MidfielderFahad Al Hajeri6.8

Match Summary

Australia defeated Kuwait 4:1. The match was played in Asian Cup 2015. Goals were scored by Hussain Fadhel 8′, T. Cahill 33′, M. Luongo 44′, M. Jedinak 62′ (pen.), J. Troisi 90′. Australia made 3 substitutions, Kuwait made 3.

Rivalry since 2018

Australia vs Kuwait Head to Head Results

3 stretnutí
Australia
3
wins
Drawn
0
Kuwait
0
wins
Total goals
10 · 3.3/match
Both scored
0/3 · 0%
Over 2.5
3/3 · 100%

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