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Carlos Queiroz\u2019s Iran meet Gregg Berhalter\u2019s USA in a Group B decider at the Qatar World Cup.<\/p>\n
Both sides know a win will guarantee their progress to the round of 16 with Iran on three points after victory over Wales.<\/p>\n
While the USA have two points after a scrappy point in their last match with England.<\/p>\n
\u201cMake no mistake about it, this is a knockout game for both teams, so it\u2019s going to be a high-level intensity,\u201d head coach Gregg Berhalter said. \u201cI love what Iran\u2019s done so far, especially the last game. A lot of commitment, really good counterattacking, and we expect it to be a hotly contested game.\u201d<\/p>\n
Here\u2019s everything you need to know.<\/p>\n
When is Iran vs USA?<\/p>\n
The World Cup group stage game is scheduled for a 7pm GMT kick-off on Tuesday 29 November at the Al Thumama Stadium.<\/p>\n
What TV channel is it on and how can I watch it online?<\/p>\n
In the UK, the match will be televised live on BBC Two, with coverage beginning at 6.45pm, while a live stream is available via the BBC iPlayer and BBC Sport website.<\/p>\n
Team news<\/p>\n
Alireza Jahanbakhsh is out through suspension, while Sardar Azmoun is a doubt after carrying a knock in the last match. <\/p>\n
Alireza Beiranvand missed the Wales match while in the concussion protocol but is now available and could replace Hossein Hosseini.<\/p>\n
Haji Wright replaced Josh Sargent against England and Berhalter must decide who leads the line once more.<\/p>\n
While Gio Reyna\u2019s lack of involvement has raised eyebrows, but the Borussia Dortmund star looks poised for another stint on the bench.<\/p>\n
Predicted line-ups<\/p>\n
Iran XI: Beiranvand; Rezaeian, M Hosseini, Pouraliganji, Mohammadi; Ali Gholizadeh, Nourollahi, Ezatolahi, Hajsafi; Taremi, Azmoun<\/p>\n
USA XI: Turner; Dest, Zimmerman, Ream, Robinson; Adams, Musah, McKennie; Pulisic, Weah, Wright<\/p>\n
Odds<\/p>\n
Iran: 3\/1<\/p>\n
Draw: 23\/10<\/p>\n
USA: 19\/20<\/p>\n
Prediction<\/p>\n
The USA have shown impressive discipline but must now find that cutting edge in the final third, we\u2019ll lean towards them though, grinding out the win to advance to the last 16. Iran 1-2 USA.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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