Published on: Mar 23, 2022 9:37 pm IST|Updated on: Mar 23, 2022 9:37 pm IST
KOR vs IRA Dream11
The two sides have already secured their place in the finals as they are unbeaten in the qualification campaign thus far. Korea are second in the Group A standings with 20 points while Iran have 22 points and occupy the top spot.
The hosts face UAE in their final qualifying game on Tuesday, while Iran wrap up their campaign with a home game against Lebanon. Both sides are on a four-game winning streak at the moment, with the hosts overcoming Syria 2-0 in their previous outing while Iran beat UAE 1-0.
Date: 24th March, Thursday Kick-Off Time: 5:30 PM (IST) Venue: Seoul World Cup Stadium
Korea – 2nd Position
Iran – 1st Position
Of the last 5 games between the sides, South Korea has won 2 games while 3 have ended in a draw.
Korea: D-W-W-W-W
Iran: D-W-W-W-W
Kim Seung-Gyu
Kim Young-Gwon
Won Du-jae
Park Min-gyu
Kim Jin-Su
Kwon Chang-Hoon
Hwang Ui-jo
Kim Jin-Gyu
Cho Gue-Sung
Song Min-Kyu
Son Heung-min
Injury Report, Unavailability, Expected Changes and Strategy
Amir Abedzadeh
Danial Esmaeili
Shoja Khalilzadeh
Milad Mohammadi
Omid Noorafkan
Ahmad Nourollahi
Vahid Amiri
Mehdi Mehdipour
Karim Ansarifard
Sardar Azmoun
Allahyar Sayyadmanesh
GK
Abedzadeh was able to make 4 saves in his last match against UAE earned him an important clean sheet that highlights his ability to perform well in front of his goal.
DEF
Kim Min-Jae
Min-Jae has several impressive chances in his last qualifier that is well backed up with his understanding of the game which should push him to continue with his improving form in this contest.
Mohammadi has been prolific for Iran in their previous game and will hope to continue his good form against a resilient Korea.
MID
In central midfield, Mehdipour will look to hold Iran together. Known for his creative genius, Iran will depend heavily on him to supply t0 the frontline.
Chang-Hoon Kwon
Chang-Hoon Kwon managed an amazing goal against Lebanon with his consistent shots on target which can only push him further as qualification is secured and the players can work well without pressure.
ST
Heung-Min Son
Son made his last appearance in his match against UAE which did not earn him a goal but was able to push through 5 chances and 2 shots on target that can only improve considering his last premier league match.
With Taremi injured, the onus is on Esmaeili on leading the line against Korea. He starts on the left of an attacking 3.
Goalkeeper: Amir Abedzadeh
Defenders: Kim Min-Jae, Milad Mohammadi, Omid Noorafkan
Midfielders: Chang-Hoon Kwon, Mehdi Mehdipour, Milad Mohammadi, Kwon Chang-Hoon, Song Min-Kyu
Attackers: Danial Esmaeili, Heung-Min Son,
Who will win today’s football match?
Odds to Win
The odds in favour of South Korea Win 21/20
Odds in favour of Iran Win 11/4
Odds in favour of a Draw 23/10
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