Iran has qualified for the FIFA World Cup five times (1978, 1998, 2006, 2014, 2018) and is regarded as one of the stronger teams in the Asian region.
Qatar is hosting the 2022 FIFA World Cup, making it the first Arab country to host the tournament. This will be the first time the tournament is held in November and December, instead of the traditional June and July.
Iran and Qatar have faced each other multiple times in World Cup Qualification matches, with both teams being competitive and evenly matched.
Qatar won the 2019 AFC Asian Cup, defeating Japan in the final. This victory marked a significant achievement for Qatari football and raised expectations for their performance in future international competitions.
Iran has a strong football culture and a passionate fan base, with the national team consistently performing well in both Asian and international competitions.
Qatar has been investing heavily in developing its football infrastructure and talent pool in preparation for the 2022 World Cup, with the goal of fielding a competitive team on home soil.