South Korea vs Iran – This has to be one of the more one-sided World Cup 2022 rivalries, with the UAE winning four consecutive matches against Iraq as part of a 17-match unbeaten run against their near neighbors in the top level.
Iraq has not won a match in the last nine World Cup Qualifiers and have yet to claim their first victory in this competition. The two teams square off this Thursday at Baghdad’s Al-Madina Stadium, where UAE will be hoping for revenge for their previous defeat.
South Korea vs Iran – Betting Analysis
United Arab Emirates is third in Group A with nine points from eight games. They won twice, drew once, and lost three times each. They scored six goals and conceded six, indicating that there is potential for growth on both sides.
The visitors’ last game ended in a 0-1 defeat to Iran, therefore ruining their hopes of a third consecutive victory. They are in the running for advancement to the World Cup Fourth Stage, while Iran and South Korea have already qualified.
Iraq is ranked fifth on the table with only five points. They won none of their eight matches, drew five and lost three others.
The hosts tied 1-1 with Lebanon following two consecutive defeats. Under 2.5 goals have been scored in 14 of Iraq’s last 17 home World Cup 2022 matches, meaning that fans have had to endure both a lack of entertainment and bad results.
Given that neither team has scored in any of the last nine league games involving Iraq, any change from this script would be surprising. We believe that a win for the visitors or a draw is more likely since the hosts are anxious to record their first victory, while the visitors are desperate to get through the final available position.
South Korea vs Iran – Head-to-Head:
Our Prediction: Under 2.5 Goals
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