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Ahmed bin Ali Stadium (Al-Rayyan Stadium) (Umm al-Afā'ī)11 January 2011 at 16:15
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Iraq
Iran
Kick Off
Younis Mahmoud

assist: Emad Mohammed

12′
42′
G. Rezaei

assist: A. Teymourian

Half Time
Salam ShakirAhmad Ibrahim Khalaf
46′
69′
M. ShojaeiM. Khalatbari
Emad MohammedSamer Saeed
82′
83′
M. GholamiK. Ansarifard
84′
I. Mobali
86′
I. MobaliP. Nouri
Qusay MunirMustafa Karim
89′
Full Time

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Iraq is —, compared to 7.08 for Iran. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Iraq's highest-rated starter is —, while Iran's best-rated player is E. Hajsafi (7.08).

Midfield Control

Iraq field 11 midfielders averaging —, versus Iran's 11 rated 7.08. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages —% for Iraq and 43% for Iran. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

Iraq's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 1 for Iran. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Iraq's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Iran average 35.0 (youngest: E. Hajsafi (35), oldest: E. Hajsafi (35)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Iraq's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 6 for Iran. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

IraqPosition StrengthIran
Avg Rating
7.08
Midfielder (11 v 11)7.08
0G 0A0G 0A
Iraq
12MidfielderMohammed Gassid
16MidfielderSamal Saeed
14MidfielderSalam Shakir
15MidfielderAli Rehema
11MidfielderHawar Mulla Mohammed
5MidfielderNashat Akram
4MidfielderQusay Munir
18MidfielderMahdi Karim
10MidfielderYounis Mahmoud
7MidfielderEmad Mohammed
17MidfielderAla'a Abdul Zahra
Iran
1MidfielderM. Rahmati
4MidfielderJ. Hosseini
5MidfielderH. Aghili
20MidfielderM. Nosrati
6MidfielderJ. Nekounam
8MidfielderM. Shojaei
14MidfielderA. Teymourian
11MidfielderE. Hajsafi7.1
23MidfielderI. Mobali
19MidfielderM. Gholami
7MidfielderG. Rezaei

Match Summary

Iran defeated Iraq 2:1. The match was played in Asian Cup 2011. Goals were scored by Younis Mahmoud 12′, G. Rezaei 42′, I. Mobali 84′. Iraq made 3 substitutions, Iran made 3.

Rivalry since 2017

Iraq vs Iran Head to Head Results

6 stretnutí
Iraq
2
wins
Drawn
1
Iran
3
wins
Total goals
9 · 1.5/match
Both scored
1/6 · 17%
Over 2.5
2/6 · 33%

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API data: 11 May 2026