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Preview:
Iran and the United States will lock horns in their last Group B fixture of the FIFA World Cup. Both teams are in with a chance of progressing further in the tournament. While Iran managed to bounce back after a defeat to England and registered a win over Wales, USA would want to win this match after a couple of draws. Iran would also want to keep their destiny in their own hands and play for a win.
Where will the match take place?
Al Thumama Stadium in Qatar will host the Group B match between Iran and USA on Wednesday (12:30 am IST).
Where can one watch Iran vs USA in India?
Sports18 and Sports18 HD will broadcast the match on television.
Where can one live stream Iran vs USA?
Iran vs USA FIFA World Cup 2022 match can be streamed on the JioCinema app.
Team News
Iran:
Sardar Azmoun only spent 81 minutes on the pitch across both of Iran's matches so far. Alireza Jahanbakhsh will be out with a suspension. Roozbeh Cheshmi could be considered for a place in the Starting XI especially after he scored in the match against Wales.
Predicted Line-up:
Hosseini, Rezaeian, M Hosseini, Pouraliganji, Mohammadi, Gholizadeh, Nourollahi, Ezatolahi, Hajsafi, Taremi, Ansarifard
Last 5 matches (Most recent first):
Win, Lose, Win, Draw, Win
USA:
USA did not make many changes to their starting XI in the two games. Giovanni Reyna was absent from their lineup but reports claim that it wasn't due to an injury.
Predicted Line-up:
Turner, Dest, Zimmerman, Ream, Robinson, McKennie, Adams, Musah, Reyna, Ferreira, Pulisic
Last 5 matches (Most recent first)
Draw, Win, Draw, Lose, Lose
Score Prediction:
Iran 3-2 USA
Conclusion:
Iran have looked the better of the two teams in the FIFA World Cup so far. Despite their heavy loss to England, Iran did find a way to come back and pull off a win in their second match which shows their grit and determination. USA, meanwhile, have appeared to be a lackluster outfit.
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