Ja’far Irismetov: "We are expecting a great result from Tehran"
Our attention is undoubtedly focused on Tehran. Today, our national team will take the field in one of the important matches on the way to the "2026 World Cup" qualifiers. Interest in the match between the two leaders of the group is higher than ever.
Our games with Iran have always been in the spotlight, and we know the results well.
Our specialists are sharing their thoughts before the game. In this regard, Ja’far Irismetov also expressed the following opinion:
“I cannot say we will play for a draw”
"Of course, we are expecting a great result from the game in Tehran. I cannot say we will play for a draw. Because we have had a victory on Iranian soil before. We won thanks to Baqoyev's goal. Currently, our national team is well-formed. However, I think the pressure will be strong. We trust our players. God willing, we hope our team will return with a good result".
“There will not be strong pressure in Iran”
"I think there will not be strong pressure in Iran. We need to consider various situations. If they win, they will qualify for the World Cup. The Iranians do not play under great pressure in front of their fans. It is clear that we will have pressure. If God forbid, the result is not good for us, and if the results in the other pairs turn out differently, I think we will have strong pressure. They have 13 points, we have 16 left. Difficult matches against teams like Qatar and the UAE await us in the following matches".
“We can achieve results through team play and discipline”
"Iran has always been strong. I cannot say they are stronger than before. Still, they play stronger at home. For example, they can enhance their game based on the result in any situation. That’s why Iran is very dangerous. What can we win? Team play. What tactics will Kapadze choose? The important thing is to follow the coach's instructions, play disciplined, and with the desire for victory, I believe we can achieve results".
“Such an opportunity will not come again”
"In this game, our main strength is our unity. We all know that such an opportunity will not come again. Considering this, if we all unite and show team play, we will achieve results".
