Uzbekistan vs Iran: Predicted lineup, injury news, head-to-head, telecast

Iran have won against Uzbekistan on the last 7 occasions 

The battle for FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifications has started and Iran will battle out against Uzbekistan in their next game after winning the first game against Hong Kong. Iran are one top favorites from the AFC to qualify and they have been a regular fixture in recent World Cups. They will be looking to take the early advantage in the race and Uzbekistan stands as the biggest challenge for them in the group stage.

Uzbekistan may be 70th ranked in the rankings but they are one of the top sides of Asia. After Iran, they are the next favourites to advance from this group for the FIFA World Cup qualifications next round. Uzbekistan also won their first game, they defeated Turkmenistan 3-1 on their own turf. Iran presents them with a different and much tougher challenge. They will be looking to produce a  clinical performance and at least try to snatch a point from this fixture.

Kick-Off:

Tuesday, 21 November 2023 at (6:30 PM IST)

Location: Milliy Stadion, Uzbekistan 

Form:

Uzbekistan (in all competitions): L-L-D-W-W

Iran (in all competitions): W-W-W-W-W

Player to Watch

Eldor Shomurodov (Uzbekistan)

Eldor Shomurodov is the premier striker of Uzbekistan and comes with experience of playing in Europe. Shomurodov hasn’t been in great form for his club side Cagliari but he has shown good rhythm with the national team. In the last match, he scored a goal and provided 2 assists. 

Mahedi Taremi (Iran)

Mahedi Taremi is the star of the Iranian team and is going through a rich vein of form lately. He is one of few players from Asia who play in top clubs in Europe and has been terrific with FC Porto in recent times. Taremi is a good finisher and can cause big problems for Uzbekistan if they give him space.

Match Facts

• Iran haven’t lost in the last 8 games
• Iran are on 3 match winning streak 
• Uzbekistan have lost to Iran in the last 7 meetings

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Injury and Team News

Iran have their whole squad fit and available for the selection. However, they won’t be without Jahanbakhsh who is out till December due to a groin injury. Iran are likely to opt for the same lineup for the last few matches. Uzbekistan also doesn’t have any injuries and will be looking to build on from Turkmenistan’s victory.

Head to Head (Last 9 Matches)

Uzbekistan- 1

Iran- 8

Draw- 0

Predicted Lineup

Uzbekistan Predicted lineup:

Yusupov; Alijonov, Sayfiev, Ashurmatov, Eshmurodov; Iskanderov, Shukurov, Hamrobekov, Masharipov; Sergeyev, Shomurodov

Iran Predicted lineup:

Beiranvand; Rezaeian, Khalilzadeh, Kanaani, Hajsafi; Ezatolahi; Jahanbakhsh, Ghoddos, Mohebi; Azmoun, Taremi

Match Prediction for Uzbekistan vs Iran

Iran are better ranked and a better side overall than Uzbekistan. Iran has got a record on their back with 7 wins against Uzbekistan in their last encounters. They will be looking to continue their dominance. Uzbekistan are playing at home and will be looking to make the most of the home advantage.

Prediction: Uzbekistan 0-2 Iran

Telecast

India – No Telecast

UK – No Telecast

US –  No Telecast

Nigeria – No Telecast

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