Uzbekistan has participated in every Asia World Cup Qualification since it began in 1974. Iran has also participated in every qualification since 1974.
Uzbekistan's national team is known as "The White Wolves" while Iran's national team is known as "Team Melli."\n\n3. Uzbekistan's best finish in Asia World Cup Qualification was in 2006 when they made it to the final round of qualifiers. Iran's best finish was in 2006 when they reached the final round as well.
Uzbekistan's most capped player in Asia World Cup Qualification is Server Djeparov with over 40 appearances. Iran's most capped player is Javad Nekounam with over 50 appearances.
Uzbekistan's biggest victory in Asia World Cup Qualification was a 6-0 win over Yemen in 2017. Iran's biggest victory was a 17-0 win over Maldives in 1997.
Uzbekistan's highest FIFA ranking during Asia World Cup Qualification was 45th in 201Iran's highest FIFA ranking was 24th in 2005.