IR Iran vs Portugal Soccer Preview-Predictions
Going into their third Group B game, both sides are hoping that this match won’t be their last appearance in Russia 2018. IR Iran needs a win so they can secure qualification and break new ground in the progress, while for Portugal a draw would be enough.
Impressive in defense, the Iranians have shown that are formidable opponents in their first two matches. Only one mistake cost them against Spain, but on the other hand with Morocco, their resilience was rewarded with a clean sheet. Against Spain it was clearer to see their threat on the pitch, creating a bunch of clear-cut chances.
Speaking about Portugal, it’s no secret that their side revolves around Cristiano Ronaldo who brought their four points with the incredible hat-trick that he delivered. The step closer to qualification also was thanks to him by hitting the winner against Morocco. Ronaldo’s teammates know that they can’t afford to put all the eggs in the basket of their talismanic captain. Teamwork makes the dream work!
Possible line-ups:
IR Iran: Saeid Ezatolahi, Vahid Amiri, Omid Ebrahimi, Karim Ansarifard, Mehdi Taremi, Ali Beiranvand, Sardar Azmoun, Ehsan Haji Safi, Morteza Pouraliganji, Ramin Rezaeian, Majid Hosseini.
Portugal: Goncalo Guedes, Cristiano Ronaldo, Rui Patricio, Pepe, Jose Fonte, Raphael Guerreiro, Joao Moutinho, Bernardo Silva, Joao Mario, Cedric Soares, William Carvalho.
IR Iran vs Portugal Soccer Preview-Predictions
| 1×2 | Both Teams to Score | Under/Over |
|---|---|---|
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2
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no
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over 2.5
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