DPR Korea will be seeking the first win of a campaign that has yielded only two points from eight matches.

 

They are on a five-match losing streak although the 5-1 defeat against Qatar was the heaviest they suffered in the run with the East Asians losing by the odd goal in the other ties.

 

The East Asian side lost the corresponding fixture 1-0 to Kyrgyz Republic and they will be determined to exact revenge as they seek to end their campaign on a high note.

Kyrgyz Republic's playoff spot chances - at the very best - are minimal but the debutants can walk tall after a competitive campaign.

 

On six points, they have held their own against higher ranked opponents and will go into the tie with their on a high after stunning two-time AFC Asian Cup™ winners Qatar 3-1 on Matchday Eight. 

Venue: Prince Faisal Bin Fahd Stadium (Riyadh)

Kick-off: Thursday, 21:15 (UTC+3)