As the countdown to the kick-off gathers pace, the-AFC.com highlights a key player from each team.
Omid Qarachomaqlou of Iran is among the players to watch.
Qarachomaqlou can not only provide the spark in Iran’s attack but also creativity in the midfield as the team looks to reclaim the title it won in 2008.
Qarachomaqlou starred with four goals against Hong Kong in the Qualifiers.
Iran is drawn in Group D along with Tajikistan, North Korea and Oman.