The “Lions”, fifth in the FIFA ranking, will try to improve their performance in Russia 2018 where they were eliminated in the semifinals against Croatia and finished fourth, after the defeat against Belgium (2-0).
Four years ago, the striker Harry Kane was the top scorer (6) and without a doubt it is the most important card of the English team that holds a single title, obtained in its role as the organizing country in 1966.
Although the results did not accompany him this year, due to history and renowned players, England stands as a favorite.
Manager Gareth Southgate confirmed at a press conference that he will be without midfielder James Maddison and defender Kyle Walker, both due to injury.
Iran, led by the experienced Portuguese coach Carlos Queiroz, wants to surprise the debut.
The winner of the Asian Cup three times and number 20 in the FIFA ranking qualified without any problems and his main objective in Qatar 2022 is a pass to the round of 16.
Queiroz’s great doubt lies in the inclusion of the attacker Sardar Azmoun, who paid tribute to the figure of Mahsa Amini, assassinated in September by the Iranian moral police, and aroused criticism and discomfort from the Government of that country.
Azmoun, one of the figures along with Taremi, would miss the premiere in Qatar due to muscle discomfort.
When do England vs Iran play?
The match will be played at the Jalifa International Stadium, starting at 10:00 (Argentine time) and will be controlled by the Brazilian Raphael Claus.
Where to watch England vs Iran
The duel between Europeans and Asians will be televised by DirecTV and TyC Sports.
possible formations
England
Jordan Pickford; Trent Alexander-Arnold, John Stones, Harry Maguire, and Luke Shaw; Declan Rice and Jude Bellingham; Bukayo Saka, Mason Mount, and Phil Foden; Harry Kane. DT: Gareth Southgate.
Iran
Amir Abedzadeh; Sadegh Moharrami, Hossein Kanaani, Majid Hosseini and Ehsan Hajsafi; Saeid Ezatolahi; Ali Gholizadeh, Vahid Amiri, Saman Ghoddos, and Alireza Jahanbakhsh; Mehdi Taremi. DT: Carlos Queiroz.
Source: Ambito
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