Russia vs Iran - Friendlies

The history between Russia and Iran lends this Friendlies fixture an extra layer of spice, and when the two walk out at the home ground on September 29, 2026, recent encounters will be on everyone's mind. Catch up with all the action from Chelsea's pre-season clash with AC Milan.

Both Russia and Iran will be eager to build momentum when they meet in Friendlies. The hosts will be looking to find their rhythm and put a run of results together. The visitors will back themselves to cause problems and will not make the trip expecting an easy afternoon. It remains to be seen if Leeds will target a No 10 or a winger capable of playing inside now that Brandt is off the table.

The tactical battle could prove decisive. Russia may lean on their home advantage to dictate the tempo, but Iran have shown they can be dangerous when allowed to play on their own terms. After the loss, a lot of questions began to be raised about their different approach to preparing for the game.

The fixture boasts genuine star quality. With M. Sabitzer topping the Friendlies scoring charts at 3 goals, the stage is set for the kind of individual brilliance that can swing a contest. Discipline at the back and sharpness in front of goal will likely tilt the balance one way or the other. How much are they willing to pay for that?The post Ornstein: Man City refuse to engage with unserious €45m offer for midfielder appeared first on CaughtOffside.

Predictions are tricky when the sides are this evenly matched, and small margins — a moment of quality, a slice of luck — could decide it either way. Expect a tight, competitive affair that could easily end all square at 1-1. With the standings tight and form on the line, this is a fixture neither side will want to lose. In terms of outgoings, Perri seems closest to an exit, but that will likely have to wait until Trafford's mandated holiday after the World Cup is over or a No 2 arrives.