Most World Cup pre-tournament predictions had this match as a potential goal-fest, with Argentina’s mighty attack tearing up the hapless minnows. However, the opening-match performances of both these teams have made forced changes to that script. Argentina looked fatigued and devoid of any fresh ideas in their match against Bosnia, though they somehow escaped with a win. Iran managed to hold Nigeria to a goal-less draw.

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Argentina is still the hot favourites to win this match, as their team – at least in paper – looks a frightening proposition for any defence. Some of the world’s best attacking players will bombard Iran’s defence. The outcome of the match will depend on how well the Iranian defenders cope with it.

Judging by their performance against Nigeria, it will not be far-fetched to suggest that Argentina’s millionaire forwards will have a tough task. Iran managed to arrange their defence in the European way – parking the bus when needed and going physical when required.

Another draw will be a huge boost for Iran – and it will be similar to an upset. Argentina, on the other hand, will look forward to settle their berth in the second round with a convincing win.

Players

Lionel Messi managed to find his real self only for a few seconds in the match against Bosnia. But he made it count by scoring the second goal of the team. The rest of the strikers, Sergio Agüero and Gonzalo Higuaín, too appeared listless in that match. It is high time they found their form.

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