In a highly anticipated showdown, Iran is gearing up to battle Qatar at the Al Thumama Stadium on Wednesday for their semi-final clash in the 2023 AFC Asian Cup.
In the previous round, Iran staged a remarkable comeback against Japan, securing a 2-1 victory. Mohammad Mohebi’s equalizer in the second half canceled out Hidemasa Morita’s 28th-minute strike for Japan. Alireza Jahanbakhsh sealed the deal with a late penalty, propelling Iran into the semi-finals.
Iran vs Qatar Match Time
| Match | Nepal Time | Global Time | Date |
| Iran vs Qatar | 8:45 pm | 15:00 UTC | February 7 |
Qatar, the hosts and reigning Asian champions, have rebuilt their team after a disappointing 2022 FIFA World Cup campaign. They advanced to the semi-finals after dominating their group and overcoming Palestine and Uzbekistan in the knockout stages.
The head-to-head history favors Iran, with 17 victories in 25 encounters against Qatar. Iran remains unbeaten in the last 10 games, winning the last six clashes against Qatar.
In their most recent face-off in October 2023, Iran triumphed 4-0 over Qatar in the Jordan International Friendly Tournament. Despite Qatar’s recent resurgence, Iran’s attacking prowess and experience could give them the edge in a closely contested match.
Prediction: Iran 2-1 Qatar
Football fans can expect a thrilling encounter as both teams showcase their talent, with Iran predicted to emerge victorious by a narrow margin.
