South Korea has virtually locked up qualification - even if they lose by 1, Uzbekistan needs to win by 4 or more to take over 2nd place. They've also been talking about how they hate Iran. So it seems like they have a lot of motivation to try to win.
But draw odds are +130. Seems suspiciously low.
South Korea, on 14 points, could still take one of Group A's two automatic berths even if they lose to Iran but coach Choi Kang-hee has ensured Tuesday's clash will not lack intensity.
In comments that infuriated counterpart Carlos Queiroz, Choi said he wanted revenge for October's 1-0 defeat in Tehran where his team were "badly treated".
"The manners they showed were not good ... they were not hospitable. Aside from who makes it to the World Cup, I would like to beat Iran no matter what," Choi told reporters after his side's 1-0 win against Uzbekistan on Tuesday.
"Honestly, I dislike Iran more (than Uzbekistan). I hope Uzbekistan make it to the World Cup."
Iran, who beat Lebanon 4-0 on Tuesday, have 13 points while Uzbekistan have 11,
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