Preview: Iran vs Nigeria Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | International Friendly
This is going to be the third-ever confrontation between these sides.
The Iran national football team are now going to lock horns with the Nigeria national football team for an international friendly outing. These teams are going to put on an entertaining game at the Antalya Stadium.
Team Melli contested against Uzbekistan during the previous international break. They battled hard but lost in the penalties.
The Iran national football team have lacked consistency lately. Due to ongoing geopolitical tensions, it is going to be a tough game for them.
It will not only be a physical but also a mental test. Amir Ghalenoei will be eager to prepare the strategies accordingly.
The Nigeria national football team failed to secure the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 title as their performances were not up to the mark. They will now be looking to prepare well, although they are not in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Super Eagles do have capable players in the squad, and they will be gunning for a win in their upcoming friendly contest.
Kick-off:
- Location: Antalya, Turkey
- Stadium: Antalya Stadium
- Date: Friday, March 27
- Kick-off Time: 06:30 PM IST/ 01:00 PM GMT/ 08:00 AM ET/ 05:00 AM PT
- Referee: TBD
- VAR: Not in use
Form:
Iran: W-L-W-D-L
Nigeria: W-W-W-L-W
Players to Watch
Mehdi Taremi (Iran)
The 33-year-old is going to be one of the main men in the attacking front for the Iran national football team. During the World Cup qualifiers, he performed really well and has also been consistent for his club. Mehdi Taremi can play as a main striker and also as a second striker.
He will be eager to come up with a strong performance.
Ademola Lookman (Nigeria)
In his last few games for Atletico Madrid, he has put in some top efforts. Ademola Lookman will now be looking to bring the same momentum to the Nigeria national football team. He will lead the attack from the left, making him a constant threat to the opponent’s defence because of his style of play.
Match Facts
- Nigeria have won four of their last five games.
- Iran have only won one of their last three matches.
- Team Melli are yet to secure a win against the Super Eagles.
Iran vs Nigeria: Betting Tips and Odds
- Nigeria to win
- Ademola Lookman to score
- Goals under 3.5
Injury and Team News
All of the selected squad members for both these national teams are ready to be in action.
Head-to-Head
Total matches: 2
Iran won: 0
Nigeria won: 1
Draws: 1
Predicted Lineups
Iran predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)
Beiranvand (GK); Khalilzadeh, Mohammadi, Ezatolahi, Ghoddos; Hashemnejad, Hardani; Alipour, Taremi, Mohebi; Hosseinzadeh
Nigeria predicted lineup (4-4-2)
Okoye (GK); Osayi-Samuel, Sanusi, Ogbu, Bassey; Chukweze, Dele-Bashiru, Iwobi, Lookman; Adams, Onuachu
Match Prediction
Both of these sides will be ready to put up strong performances, and this will help them prepare for the mega competition. The Nigeria national football team is likely to come out on top to secure a win against the Iran national football team in their upcoming friendly.
Prediction: Iran 1-2 Nigeria
Telecast Details
TBA
When and where is Iran vs Nigeria international friendly?
Friday, March 27, 2025, at the Antalya Stadium in Antalya, Turkey. Kick-Off is scheduled at 1:00 p.m. GMT.
What is the head-to-head record between Iran and Nigeria?
They have faced each other two times. The Super Eagles have won a match, and the other one ended in a draw.
Will Iran play in the 2026 FIFA World Cup?
Team Melli’s participation is not yet confirmed.
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