In the men's FIFA World Cup, Iran produced a remarkable finish against Wales at Ahmad Bin Ali Stadium on Friday.
Wales goalkeeper Wayne Hennessy was sent off in the 86th minute and Iran made the most of its one-man advantage.
Roozbeth Cheshmi drove home to give his team the lead in stoppage time.
And Ramin Rezaeian added another just three minutes later.
Iran was thrashed by England in its first game, but the team earned a precious 3 points, keeping alive its hopes of advancing to the knockout stage.
Wales goalkeeper Wayne Hennessy was sent off in the 86th minute and Iran made the most of its one-man advantage.
Roozbeth Cheshmi drove home to give his team the lead in stoppage time.
And Ramin Rezaeian added another just three minutes later.
Iran was thrashed by England in its first game, but the team earned a precious 3 points, keeping alive its hopes of advancing to the knockout stage.
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Summary
Iran defeated Wales 2-0 in the Men's FIFA World Cup, capitalizing on a red card to goalkeeper Wayne Hennessy in the 86th minute. Goals by Roozbeth Cheshmi and Ramin Rezaeian in stoppage time secured the victory. Despite an initial loss to England, Iran remains hopeful of advancing to the knockout
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Date: Nov. 26, 2022
Created: 2022/11/26 12:59
Updated: 2025/12/09 11:10
Last Read: 2022/11/26 21:56