Belgium and Iran will face off in World Cup Group G action today at 3:00 p.m. ET at Los Angeles Stadium (SoFi Stadium) in Inglewood, Calif.
Belgium is favored at a -225 price on the moneyline, with the over/under set at 2.5 (-125o / -104u) goals.
Let's get into my Belgium vs Iran prediction for today's World Cup match.
Belgium vs Iran Prediction
Pick: Belgium Over 1.5 Goals
My Belgium vs Iran best bet is on Belgium to score 2+ goals.
Belgium vs Iran Odds
| Iran Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
+1.5 -165 | 2.5 -125o / -104u | +600 |
| Belgium Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
-1.5 +115 | 2.5 -125o / -104u | -225 |
Belgium vs Iran World Cup Preview
With both teams securing only a single point from their opening matches, this Group G fixture has become crucial for their advancement hopes. Belgium's reliance on Romelu Lukaku was evident against Egypt; his 30-minute appearance revitalized their attack, contributing to 0.66 expected goals (xG) and five shots, nearly matching the team's output from the first 66 minutes. His presence from the start is a critical factor for Belgium's game plan.
Iran, meanwhile, showed resilience in their 2-2 draw with New Zealand but will likely view it as a missed opportunity. While they are organized, their defense was exposed, which is a worrying sign ahead of a clash with a team of Belgium's caliber. However, Iran has also demonstrated an ability to score, netting 13 goals in their last five matches, including friendlies.
This will be the first-ever meeting between Belgium and Iran. Historically, Belgium holds a record of three wins, two draws, and two losses against Asian teams in the tournament. Iran has struggled against European competition, with a record of one win, two draws, and seven defeats, though their lone victory came recently against Wales in the 2022 tournament.
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Belgium vs Iran Pick, Betting Analysis
- Belgium Over 1.5 Goals (-188, DraftKings)
Belgium’s offense was a force throughout qualification, scoring 29 goals in just eight matches. Even in a somewhat subdued 1-1 opening draw against Egypt, they managed to register 15 shots. The expected return of Romelu Lukaku to the starting eleven should provide a massive boost. Lukaku, Belgium's all-time leading scorer, made an immediate impact off the bench in the first game and will be a constant threat to Iran's backline.
This matchup looks particularly favorable for Belgium when considering Iran's defensive performance against New Zealand. Conceding two goals and allowing eight shots on target to the tournament's lowest-ranked team raises serious concerns. If New Zealand could create that many opportunities, Belgium’s world-class attackers should be able to exploit those same weaknesses.
Belgium vs Iran Projected Lineups
Iran Predicted Lineup (4-4-2)
Goalkeeper: Beiranvand
Defenders: Rezaeian, Khalilzadeh, Nemati, Mohammadi
Midfielders: Mohebi, Ghoddos, Ezatolahi, Yousefi
Forwards: Moghanlou, Taremi
Belgium Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1)
Goalkeeper: Courtois
Defenders: Meunier, Ngoy, Mechele, Castagne
Midfielders: Onana, Tielemans, Trossard, De Bruyne, Doku
Forwards: De Ketelaere
Belgium vs Iran Betting Trends
Belgium vs Iran Weather
Belgium vs Iran will be played inside SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles and will not be impacted by weather.
