Egypt vs Iran prediction: team news, lineups, expert analysis
In the 3rd round of the World Cup on June 27, 2026, the national teams of Egypt and Iran will face off. The nominal visitors need a win.
Egypt vs Iran: Team News and Expert Analysis
Egypt won their qualifying group with 26 points from ten matches. Afterwards, despite a disappointing Arab Cup, the team, strengthened by Salah and other leaders, reached the semifinals of the AFCON. In four friendly matches, they only lost to Brazil. Already at the tournament, they lost to Belgium. However, against New Zealand, they managed to clinch victory at the end – their first win at such a level!
Iran were also top of their group, although they collected slightly fewer points, 23. In the spring, due to military actions, their participation in the World Cup was in question. Nevertheless, they managed to play some friendlies and, after losing to Nigeria, defeated Costa Rica, Gambia, and Mali. At the World Cup, they twice trailed against New Zealand but managed to come back, ending 2-2. Then, against Belgium, both goalkeepers excelled, and a logical 0-0 result followed.
The North African team averages 1.6 goals scored per game, while conceding half as much, 0.8 on average. Taremi and company also score 1.6 goals per game, conceding just 0.7.
Previous Matches: Egypt vs Iran
This will be the first ever head-to-head meeting.
The nominal hosts are given the edge. But goals are almost guaranteed – the bet is on "total over 1.5 goals" (odds – 1.63).
Egypt vs Iran: Key Statistics and Trends
- Egypt have won three out of six matches
- 50% of Egypt's matches end with both teams scoring and an average total of 2.4 goals per match
- Iran have won three games in a row
- 40% of Iran's matches end with both teams scoring and an average total of 2.3 goals per match
Egypt vs Iran: Probable Starting Lineups
Egypt play in a 1-4-3-3 formation (possible lineup): Shobeir – El-Foto, Fathi, El-Hanafi, Hani – Lashin, Attia, Ashour – Salah, Zizo, Marmoush. Abdelmagid is definitely out, Fati is doubtful.
Iran play in a 1-4-2-3-1 formation (possible lineup): Beiranvand – Hajsafi, Hardani, Nemati, Khalilzadeh – Kanaani-Zadegan, Rezaian – Mohebi, Ezatolahi, Ghoddos – Taremi. Cheshmi may miss out.
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