The Iranians will host Turkmenistan for World Cup AFC Qualifiers.
Date: 21/03/2024 Time:16:00 Venue: Azadi Sports Complex, Tehran.
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Based on the current form and performance of both teams, Iran is likely to secure a victory against Turkmenistan. Iran holds a stronger position in the World Cup AFC Qualification standings, having won one match and drawn another, with a positive goal difference. Additionally, their recent matches in the AFC Asian Cup showcase their ability to compete at a high level. In contrast, Turkmenistan has struggled to secure wins recently, with losses and draws in their international friendlies and qualification matches. Hence, the prediction leans towards a win for Iran.
Prediction: Iran to win
Considering the offensive and defensive capabilities of both teams, we can anticipate a match with a moderate number of goals, likely around 2-3 in total. Iran has showcased a strong attacking force, scoring a total of six goals in two matches, while Turkmenistan has shown some defensive vulnerabilities, conceding five goals. However, Turkmenistan has also managed to find the net on a few occasions, suggesting they could contribute to the overall goal tally. Hence, a scoreline of around 2-1 or 2-0 in favor of Iran seems plausible, indicating a moderately low-scoring match.
Betting Tip: Over 2
The Iranians currently top their Group and are favorites to win this fixture. They come into this fixture with near-excellent form and only 1 loss in their last 5 games.
Turkmenistan come into this fixture with below-average form. They have won none of their last 5 matches and
Iran: A. Beiranvand, R. Rezaeian, M. Hosssin Kanani, S. Khalilzadeh, E. Hajsafi, O. Ebrahimi, S. Ezatollahi, A. Jahanbakhsh, M. Taremi, S. Ghoddos, S. Azmoun;
Turkmenistan:D. Meylis, A. Annadurdiev, T. Charyyev, W. Jumayew, R. Mingazov, C. Rasul, B. Abdy, V. Ballakov, A. Geldiyew, E. Tagayev, A. Amanov.