It’s crunch time at the 2023 AFC Asian Cup, as holders and hosts Qatar meet Iran in a huge semi-final on Wednesday to decide the first entrant into the showpiece finale.
The reigning champions overcame Uzbekistan on penalties after their quarter-final tie ended in a 1-1 draw as they look to defend their title.
As for Iran, Team Melli's dream of a first Asian title since 1976, and fourth overall is well on course after they saw off Japan 2-1 on Saturday last week thanks to a calmly dispatched 96th-minute spot-kick from Alireza Jahanbakhsh.
Here, GOAL brings you everything you need to know about how to watch, including TV channel, streaming details and more.
Iran vs Qatar kick-off time
Date: | Wednesday, February 7, 2024 |
Kick-off time: | 3:00 pm GMT |
Venue: | Al Thumama Stadium |
The Asian Cup match between Iran and Qatar will be played at the Al Thumama Stadium in Doha, Qatar.
It will kick off at 3:00 pm GMT on Wednesday, February 7, 2024, in the United Kingdom (UK).
How to watch Iran vs Qatar online - TV channels & live streams
In the UK, the game is available to watch and stream online live through TrillerTV, while fans who are unable to watch the game can follow the live updates on GOAL.
If you are abroad, you may need to use a virtual private network (VPN) to watch games using your usual streaming service. A VPN, such as NordVPN, allows you to establish a secure connection online when streaming. If you are not sure which VPN to use, check out GOAL's guide to the best VPNs for streaming sports.
Team news & squads
Iran team news
Sadegh Moharrami is expected to miss this match due to a cruciate ligament injury, Majid Hosseini is struggling with an ankle issue, while star striker Mehdi Taremi is back available after serving his one-match suspension in the quarter-finals.
Iran possible XI: Beiranvand; Rezaeian, Kanaanizadegan, Khalilzadeh, Hajsafi; Ezatolahi, Ghoddos; Jahanbakhsh, Taremi, Mohebi; Azmoun
Position | Players |
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Goalkeepers: | Beiranvand, Niazmand, Hosseini |
Defenders: | Moharrami, Hajsafi, Khalilzadeh, Mohammadi, Kanaanizadegan, Hosseini, Yousefi, Fallah |
Midfielders: | Ezatolahi, Jahanbakhsh, Ebrahimi, Ghoddos, Cheshmi, Torabi, Gholizadeh, Mohebi, Rezaeian |
Forwards: | Ansarifard, Asadi, Azmoun, Moghanlou |
Qatar team news
Back-up goalkeeper Salah Zakaria is the only injury concern for Qatar at this stage, with the 24-year-old struggling with an unspecified issue.
Qatar possible XI: Barsham; Al-Rawi, Mukhtar, Mendes; Ro-Ro, Gaber, Fatehi, Al-Haydos, Muneer; Ali, Afif
Position | Players |
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Goalkeepers: | Al-Sheeb, Barsham, Zakaria |
Defenders: | Almahdi, Mendes, Khokhi, Ro-Ro, Salman, Al-Brake, Ahmed, Al-Rawi |
Midfielders: | Fatehi, Gaber, Hatem, Al-Haydos, Assadalla, Waad, Meshaal, Mohammed |
Forwards: | Alaaeldin, Al Ganehi, Afif, Abdurisag, Ali, Mohammad, Muneer |
Head-to-Head Record
Date | Match | Competition |
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17/10/23 | Qatar 0-0 Iran | Int. Friendly Games |
31/12/18 | Qatar 1-1 Iran | Int. Friendly Games |
23/03/17 | Qatar 0-0 Iran | World Championship Qual. AFC |
01/09/16 | Iran 2-2 Qatar | World Championship Qual. AFC |
15/01/15 | Qatar 0-1 Iran | AFC Asian Cup |