Wales vs Iran: Predictions, tips & betting odds

Wales play their second match in Group B on Friday when they face Iran at the Ahmad bin Ali stadium. Carlos Queiroz's team drew with USA in their opening match and were thrashed 6-2 by England in the previous game.

Wales are 19th in FIFA world rankings and Iran are 20th. Carlos Queiroz's team are favourites to win the game.

Gareth Bale scored the only goal of the game against USA. Kieffer Moore came off the bench in the second half and is favourite to start against Iran. Mehdi Taremi scored twice against England.

Wales are favourites to beat Iran. Iran's Taremi is a top quality striker. Wales played poorly against USA. Iran are not worthy of the price stated for a win.

Iran are offered at 28/25 (2.12) to win with a +0.25 Asian handicap. This bet pays out in full if Iran win and provides a half win if they draw.