Former Brighton midfielder Alireza Jahanbakhsh tells Sky Sports News Iran's Group B opponents should not underestimate them.
Iranian women were able to watch their national team in Tehran for the first time in 40 years on Thursday.
FIFA has been assured by Iranian authorities that women will be able to attend the October World Cup qualifier in Tehran, says Gianni Infantino.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has told Iran it is time to allow women into football stadiums, starting with their next home match in October.
Marc Wilmots has been appointed the head coach of Iran on a three-year deal.
Carlos Queiroz has stepped down as Iran head coach following his side's 3-0 defeat to Japan in the Asian Cup.