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World Cup 2026

Belgium vs Iran: Prediction, Odds & Analysis

Belgium BelgiumvsIran Iran
Our predictionBelgium to win
Confidence: High · 92/100
Score hint: 1-0

Our model leans Belgium (68% probability), high confidence.

Why this prediction

+ supports the predicted pick, − argues against it.

Win probabilities

1 · BelgiumDraw2 · Iran
Full team comparison
Team strength rating
Belgium
72
Iran
42

Expected goals

1.78Belgium
xG
0.57Iran
Over 2.5 goals42%
Both teams to score36%

Recent form

BelgiumWLL
Iran

Most likely scorelines

1-016.9%
2-015.1%
1-19.7%
0-09.5%
3-09.0%
2-18.6%

Match DNA

AttackDefenseFormStrengthH2HVenue
Belgium Iran

Key points

Betting angles

MarketPickOddsAssessment
1X2Belgium win1.42Fair

Assessments compare our model probability with the bookmaker odds. "Value" means our model rates the pick higher than the market implies. Not betting advice.

Scoreline probability matrix

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0952
117103
21592
3951
442
51

Each cell shows the probability (%) of that exact scoreline (home goals down the side, away goals across the top). Computed from a Poisson model on expected goals.

Value radar

Markets where our model disagrees with the bookmaker. A positive edge means our model rates the outcome more likely than the odds imply — a potential value spot.

1X2Belgium1.42+0.3%
1X2Draw8.00-0.1%
1X2Iran4.69-0.2%
Our model BookmakerPositive edge = potential value. Not betting advice.

Full analysis

The model blends the odds and recent form to frame this clash between Belgium and Iran. After removing the bookmaker margin, the probabilities settle at 68% for Belgium, 12% for the draw and 20% for Iran.

Several signals point toward Belgium. The odds point to a clear favourite. Belgium have home advantage.

If the trend holds, a scoreline around 1-0 is plausible — treat it as a pointer, not a certainty.

On form, Belgium show W-L-L across their recent outings, while Iran read limited data. Recent momentum carries weight in the assessment, particularly when combined with home advantage and the competition context.

On the secondary markets, our model puts over 2.5 goals at 42% and both teams to score at 36%. The profile leans toward a tighter, lower-scoring game.

This prediction is a statistical analysis, not a guarantee. Higher confidence means the signals agree more strongly, but football is unpredictable. Always bet responsibly.

Frequently asked questions

Who is the favourite, Belgium or Iran?

Our model rates Belgium as the most likely outcome at 68% probability.

What's a likely scoreline for Belgium vs Iran?

A scoreline around 1-0 fits our analysis, as a pointer, not a certainty.

Over or under 2.5 goals?

The indicators lean toward under 2.5 goals.

See odds at bookmakers

Predictions are statistical analysis for information only, not betting advice or a guarantee. 18+. Please gamble responsibly.