Egypt
Egypt are in an excellent position to qualify for the knockout stages of the World Cup for the very first time, picking up four points from their opening two matches.
Hossam Hassan’s men opened up with a 1-1 draw with group favourites Belgium before coming from a goal down to defeat New Zealand 1-3 – which was also their first-ever win at the World Cup finals.
The Pharaohs know that a win will secure top spot in Group G, whilst even a draw will guarantee a top two finish.
Injuries & Team News
Egypt are set to be without Hamdy Fathy, whilst Hossam Abeldmagid is a doubt.
Form
| Last Match | Last 6 Matches |
|---|---|
| 3-1 vs New Zealand | W D W L D W |
Predicted Line-Up
Egypt possible starting lineup:
Shobeir; Hany, Ibrahim, Rabia, Fatouh; Attia, Lasheen; Salah, Ashour, Ziko; Marmoush
Iran
Despite all the off-field distractions, Iran are still in with a chance of reaching the knockout stages after drawing both of their group matches.
Team Melli twice came from a goal down to draw 2-2 with New Zealand in their group opener, before holding Belgium to a goalless stalemate.
Amir Ghalenoei’s men know a win against Egypt will guarantee a top-two finish, whilst a draw will likely see them finish in third position and possibly sneak through as one of the eight third-placed sides.
Injuries & Team News
Iran appear to have no fresh injury or suspension concerns from their draw with Belgium last time out.
Form
| Last Match | Last 6 Matches |
|---|---|
| 0-0 vs Belgium | L L W L W W |
Predicted Line-Up
Iran possible starting lineup:
Beiranvand; Rezaeian, Khalilzadeh, Nemati, Hajsafi, Kanaani; Mohebi, Ezatolahi, Ghoddos, Jahanbakhsh; Taremi
Betting Odds
| Team | Odds | Bookmaker |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt Win | 6/4 – (2.50) | Grand Ivy |
| Draw | 7/4 – (2.80) | Dream Vegas |
| Iran Win | 3/1 – (4.00) | 247Bet |
Prediction
Egypt 2-1 Iran
This could be keenly contested with all to play for in this group, I just facvour Egypt here, the signs of improvement in them from the first game were there for all to see and i think the front two of Salah & Marmoush could be the difference.