Russia vs Iran 10 Oct 2025

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Watch the football match Live  between a team Russia vs Iran After the live, watch the replay of the match and highlights In championship competitions Friendly Match .
This match is played on date 10 Oct 2025
This match takes place in Volgograd Arena – In championship competitions   Friendly Match by Season 2025/2026

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Highlights

Full Match

⚽ RUSSIA vs IRAN – MATCH PREVIEW

MATCH SUMMARY TABLE

🔎 OVERVIEW

Russia host Iran in an international friendly at Volgograd Arena. Both teams use this match to test their squads and tactics ahead of upcoming competitions. Russia brings a mix of experienced and young players, while Iran emphasizes discipline and organization.

The game promises tactical battles, with Russia expected to control possession and pressure Iran, while Iran will focus on defensive solidity and counter-attacks.

🇷🇺 RUSSIA – HOME STRENGTH

Russia enter this match missing some key forwards due to injuries, but their squad remains strong, particularly in midfield and defense. Coach Valery Karpin is likely to focus on controlling the tempo and breaking down Iran’s defensive setup.

Strengths:

• Strong midfield control and experience in defense.

• Effective at pressing opponents and exploiting set-pieces.

• Home advantage and familiar conditions at Volgograd Arena.

Key Players:

• Matvei Safonov – Goalkeeper and team captain.

• Aleksei Miranchuk – Creative midfield link and playmaker.

• Glushenkov & Dmitry Vorobyov – Attackers to lead offensive moves.

Tactics:
Likely a 4-2-3-1 formation, focusing on possession, high pressing, and creating chances through the wings and central playmakers.

🟩 IRAN – ORGANIZED UNDERDOGS

Iran arrive without several injured players, including star striker Sardar Azmoun. Coach Branko Ivanković will prioritize defensive stability and counter-attacks, seeking to frustrate Russia and capitalize on any mistakes.

Strengths:

• Compact and disciplined defensive setup.

• Experienced players capable of handling pressure.

• Potential threat on counter-attacks and set-pieces.

Key Players:

• Saeid Ezatolahi – Midfield anchor and defensive shield.

• Ehsan Hajsafi – Experienced winger contributing defensively and offensively.

• Alireza Jahanbakhsh – Key in attacking transitions.

Tactics:
Expected to play a 5-4-1 formation, defending deep, absorbing pressure, and looking for counter-attacks.

📊 HEAD-TO-HEAD SNAPSHOT

• Total Meetings: 1

• Russia Wins: 0

• Iran Wins: 1

• Draws: 0

• Goals Scored by Russia: 0

• Goals Scored by Iran: 1

🎯 MATCH VERDICT

Prediction: Russia 2–0 Iran

Russia’s home advantage and stronger squad depth make them favorites to win. Iran will defend with discipline but may struggle to contain Russia’s attacking threats over 90 minutes.