- Belgium have scored and conceded one goal each in their opening game in Group G.
- Iran have scored seven goals in their last three matches and can score and concede.
Red Devils and Team Melli to meet in important Group G matchup
Two Group G rivals will meet for the first time in history when Belgium, in third place with one point, take on Iran, second in the group on one point, at Los Angeles Stadium, USA. The Belgium vs Iran prediction adds additional excitement to this match as both teams look evenly matched.
The Red Devils have not had an impressive start to the tournament, held to a 1-1 draw by underdogs Egypt, and a much better performance will be needed against the likes of Iran. According to our Belgium vs Iran prediction, this encounter could turn out to be decisive for both teams’ progression hopes.
Amir Ghalenoei's team are a well-disciplined, well-structured unit that can absorb pressure and hit back at the right moments. They drew 2-2 with New Zealand in their group opener and are unlikely to allow Belgium much space or time to play in their own half on Sunday.
Rudi Garcia has made this Belgian side into his own possession-based team with elements of a 4-3-3 or 4-2-3-1, where the wingers are often the primary pressers in the first phase.
And, while they have the ability to dominate the ball, they also have the pace and power to press teams high up the field when they need to, or to transition quickly from attack to defense.
An end-to-end affair with goals at both ends seems likely
Iran should not be underestimated as a serious opponent for Belgium - they have drawn their opening World Cup match 2-2 with New Zealand and secured a 3-1 win over Gambia.
This Belgium vs Iran preview suggests that this could be a real chess match in the middle third of the field as Ghalenoei's well-drilled team will aim to be compact and create a disciplined zonal block, then catch Belgium out when they can with their pace in the wide areas.
Garcia has tweaked this Belgian team just enough to add a little more attacking venom to the midfielders, which should create more chances for Romelu Lukaku to get on the scoresheet, and also for Dodi Lukebakio to run riot.
He has four goals in his last five appearances and has the speed and strength to be a big problem for the likes of Iran on Sunday. The Belgium vs Iran prediction also points out that both teams have attacking threats who could make the difference.
Backing Over 2.5 goals at 1.9 looks a no-brainer given these two sides have both scored and both conceded in their previous match and given Iran's matches have seen a total of seven goals in their past three games.
But Iran's deep block, which will likely frustrate the Belgians, and their penchant for counter-attacks makes Both Teams to Score - Yes at 2.06 the pick here, with the likelihood of some end-to-end soccer for this all-important Group G battle. The Belgium vs Iran betting tips highlight the value in backing attacking outcomes given both teams' form and styles.
Iran's chief goal threat is Mohammad Mohebi, who scored in their group opener and will always be an outlet for his team in the box, while midfielder Ramin Rezaeian, who has 2 goals in his last five outings and 1 assist in the group stage, is equally capable of picking up the ball deep and shooting from distance or being a target from set pieces.
