Qatar vs Iran Preview & Prediction | 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifying (AFC)
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The Qatari national team are seeking a second successive FIFA World Cup qualification as they take on an Iranian spot that have already booked their spot at the tournament next summer.
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How to watch on TV: UK – Not televised / US – Not televised
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Key Stats
- Qatar have won ten of their last 11 World Cup qualifying matches in Qatar (L1). *Includes the 2022 qualifiers which Qatar participated in as they were also qualifying matches for the AFC Asian Cup.
- IR Iran are unbeaten in the last nine World Cup qualifying matches between these two teams (W6 D3). Since a 2-0 home win for Qatar in November 1997.
- IR Iran have won seven of the last eight international matches between these teams (L1).
- IR Iran are unbeaten in their last 15 World Cup qualifying matches (W11 D4).
- IR Iran have lost only one of their last 31 international matches (W24 D6).
Qatar vs Iran Prediction
Under the management of former Espanyol boss Luis Garcia, Qatar sit tucked inside the top four and are clinging on to that place to move into the fourth round of AFC qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Qataris most recently suffered a surprise 3-1 defeat to the Kyrgyz Republic away from home at the Spartak Stadium in March.
Iran have already assured their spot at the expanded 48-team 2026 FIFA World Cup, with a dominant attack that consists of the likes of Mehdi Taremi and Sardar Azmoun, whilst also having a tight defence. Iran remain tight and difficult to beat but they do have little to play for in this one.
Given the fact they have little to play for and that Qatar are looking to bounce back, siding with the hosts, with that home advantage in Doha, looks the way to go for this surprise value bet.
Qatar vs Iran Tip: Double chance – Qatar to win or draw
