FIFA World Cup 2022 – AFC Qualifiers – Iran vs Iraq Preview & Prediction
THE FACTS
When is Iran vs Iraq taking place? Tuesday 15th June, 2021 – 17:30 (UK)
Where is Iran vs Iraq taking place? Sheikh Ali bin Mohammed Al Khalifa Stadium, Muharraq
Where can I get tickets for Iran vs Iraq? Check each national team’s official website for the latest ticket information
What television channel is Iran vs Iraq on? This match will not be televised live in the UK
Where can I stream Iran vs Iraq? This match cannot be streamed live in the UK
THE PREDICTION
This is huge. Iran have qualified for three of the last four World Cup’s as one of Asia’s established sides whilst Iraq haven’t qualified for a World Cup since their solitary appearance in 1986. However, this qualification campaign has seen Iraq hold a two-point gap heading into the final round of fixtures in this group phase. Iran have managed 33 goals in their seven matches but two defeats could cost them a best second-placed finish. Iraq have conceded just three goals and will rely on their defence to get the single point they need so this is likely to be tense, nervy and, therefore, low-scoring.
