Egypt and Iran are disciplined and evenly matched; expect a tight tactical battle.
Egypt have the clearer attacking star power, but Iran are organized and hard to break down. Cool, sea-level Seattle points to a balanced match.
A tactical, low-scoring duel is expected. Egypt's slight attacking edge should break through Iran's solid defense.
Egypt and Iran share the points in Seattle.
Salah's magic proves the difference in Seattle. Egypt exploit Iran's desperation with lethal counters.
Seattle
| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 2 | +4 | 5 | |
| 2 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 3 | +2 | 5 | |
| 3 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 3 | |
| 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 10 | -6 | 1 |