Kuwait head coach Antonio Pizzi admitted losing two points at the very end was a bitter pill for Kuwait to swallow, with the West Asian side yet to register a win.

 

"The draw was a painful result but we are still focused and determined. We must prepare well but I can't fault my players as they have been working hard.

 

"We have seen significant improvement in the players' performance, and we will be ready for Oman," said Pizzi.

Oman head coach Rasheed Jaber will expect his players to show the same determination which was on display in the draw with Korea Republic.

 

"We have to minimise our mistakes and defensive organisation is also very important. We still have a chance and we must build on Thursday's result," said Jaber. 

 

Victory will see Oman moving up to 10 points, five clear of Kuwait with only the top two sides to qualify automatically. The third and fourth-placed teams will advance to a playoff, where an additional two tickets will be at stake.

Venue: Jaber Al-Ahmad International Stadium (Ardhiyah)

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