Iran vs Syria: preview, line-ups and kick-off time

Iran host Syria at King Fahd Stadium on Monday 18 January 2027, kick-off 20:00 UTC, in the AFC Asian Cup (round 3). Iran have had 111 days of rest since playing Russia (International Friendlies); Syria have had 109 after facing Uzbekistan. Iran are without 1 player (Mohammad Mohebi); Syria have no reported absences.