PLDC – Persepolis Iraqi midfielder Bashar Resan says Iran is one of the candidates to win 2019 AFC Asian Cup.
Bashar Resan’s Iraq has been drawn with Iran, Vietnam and Yemen in the upcoming event which takes place in the UAE from January 5 to February 1.
“In previous edition, we had a good condition but I hope that we will be in a much better condition this time. Iraq takes advantage of good players and I hope we have a good performance in the Asian Cup,” Resan said.
“To face Iran in group stage is a big challenge because Team Melli is the best Asian team and also favorite to win the title,” the Iraqi midfielder added.
“Playing Iran is our biggest match and we are preparing for an exciting encounter,” the Persepolis iconic midfielder stated.
“We defeated Iran national football team in the previous edition but there is no reason to brag because we want to enjoy football,” Resan concluded.