Belgium carry real momentum into this Group G fixture with Iran after a solid start to the World Cup. Their 1-1 draw against Egypt on June 15 left them level on points with everyone else in the section, yet the attacking options available suggest they can pull clear here on June 21.
The squad arrives without Zeno Debast, who is sidelined by injury, but otherwise looks close to full strength. Recent results underline the difference in preparation: Belgium beat Tunisia 5-0 and Croatia 2-0 in June friendlies before that Egypt stalemate, while Iran managed only a 2-2 draw with New Zealand in their opener and a couple of low-stakes wins earlier in the year.
This is the first time the two sides have met. Iran will rely on Mehdi Taremi to lead the line after Sardar Azmoun was left out of the squad. Their predicted 4-3-3 gives them width, yet the lack of recent high-level matches shows in the numbers.
Kevin De Bruyne remains the player most likely to unlock a compact defense, supported by Trossard and Doku on the flanks. Romelu Lukaku’s goal threat adds another layer that Iran have not faced in their warm-up games. The predicted Belgian 4-2-3-1 keeps De Bruyne central and allows Onana or Tielemans to screen.
Both teams sit on one point after the opening round of matches. A win here would give the victor a clearer path toward the last 16 in a group that still looks open. Iran’s recent form has been functional rather than dominant, and facing Belgium’s midfield control will test their organization.
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Belgium win @1.55 — stronger recent results and superior attacking depth point to a clear edge over Iran’s draw-heavy run.
Over 2.5 goals @2.05 — Belgium’s last three competitive outings produced four or more goals combined and Iran concede space in transition.
De Bruyne anytime assist @2.30 — he created multiple chances in the Egypt draw and faces a back line that struggled against New Zealand’s pace.
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