Preview
- Tournament: World Cup Qualifiers
- Date: Thursday, October 10
- Kick-off Time: 3:00 pm GMT
- Venue: Bunyodkor Stadium, Uzbekistan
Iran’s national football team will battle for supremacy with the Uzbekistan national football team for the top spot in the Group A Third Round qualifying at the Bunyodkor Stadium. Uzbekistan had a decent start to the qualifying campaign but they would struggle to claim all three points at home.
The hosts recorded a 3-2 win over Kyrgyzstan in the second game of the third round of World Cup qualification but will need to be at their best on Thursday as they struggled to get the better of Iran in their last nine encounters since recording a 1-0 victory in November 2012. Uzbekistan will aim for a top-two finish that will secure them automatic qualification.
Meanwhile, Iran’s national football team are coming off a 1-0 win over UAE and have started the qualifying campaign on a strong note. They have participated in six World Cups but have never made it past the group stage.
Uzbekistan national football team news
Uzbekistan’s all-time leading goalscorer Eldor Shomurodov will once again operate in the final third of the field and aim to add to his 40-goal international tally. Husniddin Alikulov, Umar Eshmurodov and Rustam Ashurmatov are expected to operate as the three centre-backs.
Iran national football team news
Meanwhile, Iran have not reported any injury clashes for this international break. Notable players like Sardar Azmoun and Saman Ghoddos are expected to lead the nation during this break.
Uzbekistan vs Iran Predicted Lineups
Uzbekistan national football team predicted lineup (5-4-2):
Goalkeeper: Yusupov
Defenders: Khusanov, Eshmurodov, Ashurmatov, Alizhonov, Nasrullaev
Midfielders: Khamrobekov, Shukurov, Masharipov
Forwards: Urunov, Shomurodov
Iran national football team predicted lineup (4-4-2):
Goalkeeper: Beiranvand
Defenders: Yousefi, Hazbavi, Khalilzadeh, Mohammadi
Midfielders: Gholizadeh, Ghoddos, Noorafkan, Ghayedi
Forwards: Taremi, Azmoun
Head-to-Head
The two sides have faced off only 14 times in the past, with Uzbekistan winning only once. Iran has managed to secure 10 wins whereas three games ended in a draw.
Last five matches result:
| Date | Match | Competition |
| June 11, 2024 | Iran 0-0 Uzbekistan | FIFA World Cup |
| November 21, 2023 | Uzbekistan 2-2 Iran | FIFA World Cup |
| June 20, 2023 | Uzbekistan 0-1 Iran | CAFA Nations Cup |
| October 08, 2020 | Uzbekistan 1-2 Iran | International Friendly |
| September 11, 2018 | Uzbekistan 0-1 Iran | International Friendly |
Key Players to Watch out in Uzbekistan vs Iran
Mehdi Taremi (Iran)
Mehdi Taremi who joined Inter Milan on a three-year contract this summer is expected to lead Iran in the qualifiers and will be bidding to add a few more to the 51 goals that he has managed for his country. So far this season, the veteran has made four goal contributions in eight matches.
Sardar Azmoun (Iran)
Shabab Al Ahli forward Sardar Azmoun, Iran’s most prolific goalscorer, shocked the world when he made a permanent move to UAE this summer. Azmoun has bagged nine goals and one assist in nine appearances across all competitions for the UAE Pro League giants.
Uzbekistan vs Iran Prediction
Uzbekistan’s national football team have consistently struggled to qualify for the World Cup and are in the hunt to reach its first-ever World Cup. They are currently at the top of Group A in the third round and are coming off a 3-2 win over Kyrgyzstan. Srecko Katanec’s side took six points from their first two matches and would like to continue with their six-game unbeaten run.
Iran’s national football team, meanwhile, are the favourites for this tie due to their stellar record against the hosts. Iran are coming off a safe 1-0 win over UAE in their latest fixture in the third round of the World Cup qualifying. Iran who have been present in the finals of six World Cups have never managed to make it past the group stage. The visiting side are expected to come away with all three points.
Predicted Score: Uzbekistan 0-2 Iran
Where to Watch Uzbekistan vs Iran Live?
| Country | Where to watch |
| USA | ESPN |
| UK | Sky Sports |
| Iran | Sony Network/SonyLiv |
| Uzbekistan | beIN Sports |
FAQs
Q. When is Uzbekistan vs Iran?
The Uzbekistan vs Iran game will be played on 10th October at Bunyodkor Stadium.
Q. Where to watch Uzbekistan vs Iran live for free?
Q. What is the predicted score in Uzbekistan vs Iran?
The predicted score for Uzbekistan vs Iran is 0-2.
Q. What is the head-to-head record for Uzbekistan vs Iran?
Both Uzbekistan and Iran played 14 games. Iran recorded only 10 wins, whereas Uzbekistan has managed only one. The remaining three games ended in a draw.