Iran vs Japan: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 03 February

Iran

D W W W W

1st place in Group C

2-1

03/02/2024 04:30

Japan

W W L W W

2nd place in Group D

AFC Asian Cup

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Iran vs Japan on 03 February 2024 (kick-off: 04:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Iran vs Japan preview before placing your bet.

Iran are currently 1st with 9 points after 3 matches.
Japan sit 2nd with 6 points from 3 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Japan to win with probability 48%.
Head-to-head history favors Japan, who have won 2 of the last 5 meetings. Iran have one win, while 2 matches ended in draws.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

04:30

2024-02-03

Iran vs Japan - Prediction & Odds

Iran

Japan

2024-02-03 04:30

STANDINGS UP TO 03/02/2024

Group C	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Iran	9	3	3	0	0	7	2	5
02 United Arab Emirates	4	3	1	1	1	5	4	1
03 Palestine	4	3	1	1	1	5	5	0
04 Hong Kong	0	3	0	0	3	1	7	-6

Group D	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Iraq	9	3	3	0	0	8	4	4
02 Japan	6	3	2	0	1	8	5	3
03 Indonesia	3	3	1	0	2	3	6	-3
04 Vietnam	0	3	0	0	3	4	8	-4

Head To Head

28/01/2019 07:00

Iran

0 - 3

Japan

AFC

13/10/2015 06:30

Iran

1 - 1

Japan

INT FRL

17/08/2005 03:30

Japan

2 - 1

Iran

Qualifier

25/03/2005 06:35

Iran

2 - 1

Japan

Qualifier

28/07/2004 03:15

Japan

0 - 0

Iran

AFC

Iran

20%

Draw

40%

Japan

40%

Iran Last 6 matches

31/01/2024 08:59

Iran 1 - 1 Syrian AFC

23/01/2024 08:00

Iran 2 - 1 United Arab Emirates AFC

19/01/2024 10:30

Hong Kong 0 - 1 Iran AFC

14/01/2024 10:30

Iran 4 - 1 Palestine AFC

09/01/2024 08:00

Indonesia 0 - 5 Iran INT FRL

05/01/2024 07:30

Iran 2 - 1 Burkina Faso INT FRL

Win

83%

Draw

17%

Lost

Last 6 matches Japan

31/01/2024 04:30

Bahrain 1 - 3 Japan AFC

24/01/2024 04:30

Japan 3 - 1 Indonesia AFC

19/01/2024 04:30

Iraq 2 - 1 Japan AFC

14/01/2024 04:30

Japan 4 - 2 Vietnam AFC

09/01/2024 04:30

Japan 6 - 1 Jordan INT FRL

31/12/2023 22:00

Japan 5 - 0 Thailand INT FRL

Win

83%

Draw

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues AFC Asian Cup

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Iran

Japan

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.21

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.42

Scored

120

Avg. per game

1.43

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.39

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 76 matches

YesNo

51 (67%)25 (33%)

In last 76 matches

NoYes

61 (73%)23 (27%)

Iran

Recent matches

Japan

Under /Over

(71%)32 13(29%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(82%)37 8(18%)

Under /Over

(42%)19 26(58%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(44%)20 25(56%)

Under /Over

(49%)22 23(51%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(67%)30 15(33%)

/Yes

(47%)21 24(53%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(40%)18 27(60%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Iran

Japan

Shots

Iran

Total shots

12.15 avg / game

Blocked

84 total

Avg. 3.50

Japan

Total shots

13.46 avg / game

Blocked

91 total

Avg. 2.94

Iran Pass Japan

Total passes

12737

Avg. 439 / game

Accurate

78%

Ball possession

54%

Total passes

20316

Avg. 508 / game

Accurate

84%

Ball possession

56%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Iran

Played games

Japan

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.53

Clean sheets

0.55

4.14

315

Corners

443

5.27

4.64

353

Throw-ins

494

5.88

1.37

104

Offsides

134

1.60

1.36

103

GK saves

122

1.45

Iran

DISCIPLINARY

Japan

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.46

111

0.76

0.11

0.00

7.16

544

Fouls

983

11.70

4.93

375

Tackles

419

4.99

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How We Build the Iran vs Japan Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Iran vs Japan on 03 February 2024 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this AFC Asian Cup fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Iran vs Japan Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Iran's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Japan's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

AFC Asian Cup Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live AFC Asian Cup standings and the AFC Asian Cup form table to understand exactly where Iran and Japan sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our AFC Asian Cup predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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