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Five danger men from Group B

Five danger men from Group B

With a star-studded Spain, a prosperous Portugal, one of Asia's best sides, Iran, and a menacing Morocco, Group B will ignite the World Cup. Here are five players that you should keep a closer eye on. 6 Jun 2018
Taking Part in World Cup in Russia ‘A Dream Come True’ - Iran Head Coach

Taking Part in World Cup in Russia ‘A Dream Come True’ - Iran Head Coach

MOSCOW, June 5 (Sputnik) - Iran head coach Carlos Queiroz said on Tuesday that taking part in the FIFA World Cup in Russia was “a dream come true,” as his side arrived in Russia ahead of the tournament. 6 Jun 2018
Iran First Team to Arrive in Russia for 2018 FIFA World Cup

Iran First Team to Arrive in Russia for 2018 FIFA World Cup

The Iranian national football team landed in Moscow on Tuesday and became the first World Cup-bound team to arrive for this summer's FIFA World Cup. 6 Jun 2018
Ramos: Too much attention on 'the Salah thing'

Ramos: Too much attention on 'the Salah thing'

Real Madrid and Spain defender Sergio Ramos said Tuesday that too much attention was being paid to Egypt striker Mohamed Salah's injury which he suffered during the Champions League final, and the part Ramos played in it. 6 Jun 2018
Spanish Prime Minister Sanchez Meets Country's National Team Ahead of 2018 FIFA World Cup

Spanish Prime Minister Sanchez Meets Country's National Team Ahead of 2018 FIFA World Cup

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez met with the country’s national football team on Tuesday and wished them luck at the upcoming FIFA World Cup in Russia. 6 Jun 2018
Referee Eskov to Officiate Iran-Lithuania Friendly in Moscow - Russian Football Union

Referee Eskov to Officiate Iran-Lithuania Friendly in Moscow - Russian Football Union

MOSCOW, June 4 (Sputnik) - Russian referee Alexei Eskov will take charge of Iran’s World Cup warm-up encounter with Lithuania in Moscow, the Russian Football Union said on Monday. 5 Jun 2018
Iran suspends links with Greece after cancelled World Cup friendly

Iran suspends links with Greece after cancelled World Cup friendly

The Football Federation of Iran (FFIRI) have announced they were going to suspend all links with the Greek Football Federation (EPO) after Greece cancelled a planned friendly match between the two sides earlier in May. 1 Jun 2018
A bluffer's guide to Group B

A bluffer's guide to Group B

Who will emerge from Group B? Portugal, Spain, Morocco and Iran pit their skills and tactics in a bid to progress. Here's 10 fast facts about the combatants that will have you sounding like an expert during those watercooler moments. 30 May 2018
Turkey Beat Iran 2-1 in World Cup Friendly

Turkey Beat Iran 2-1 in World Cup Friendly

MOSCOW, May 28 (Sputnik) - Turkey defeated World Cup-bound Iran 2-1 in a friendly in Istanbul on Monday, as the Iranians continue their preparations for next month’s tournament in Russia. 29 May 2018
Iran to Play Against Lithuania in Friendly in Moscow Ahead of 2018 FIFA World Cup

Iran to Play Against Lithuania in Friendly in Moscow Ahead of 2018 FIFA World Cup

MOSCOW, May 26 (Sputnik) - Iran will face Lithuania in a friendly match to be held at Spartak Stadium's training ground in Moscow on June 8 ahead of FIFA World Cup, Lithuania head coach Edgaras Jankauskas told Sputnik on Saturday. 27 May 2018
Iran coach: We're following Arzani very closely

Iran coach: We're following Arzani very closely

Iranian coach Carlos Queiroz has revealed Iran are keeping a "very" close eye on Daniel Arzani leading into the World Cup. 11 Apr 2018
Arzani: Just go with the flow

Arzani: Just go with the flow

Melbourne City midfielder Daniel Arzani says it’s easy forgetting the hype after the positive scrutiny and speculation surrounding him this season. 28 Feb 2018
Brosque: We need to cap Arzani

Brosque: We need to cap Arzani

Alex Brosque says Socceroos coach Bert van Marwijk must cap youngster Daniel Arzani before Iran does. 12 Feb 2018
Australia v Iran 20 years on: Where are they now?

Australia v Iran 20 years on: Where are they now?

It’s 20 years to the day that the Socceroos blew a two-goal lead to draw 2-2 with Iran at the MCG and miss out on 1998 World Cup qualification in cruel circumstances. 29 Nov 2017
David Hill: Why I didn’t sack Terry Venables

David Hill: Why I didn’t sack Terry Venables

Former Chairman of Soccer Australia David Hill’s new book The Fair and Foul details Terry Venables' tenure as coach of the Socceroos during one of the most memorable periods in Australian sport. 4 Aug 2017
Sabella satisfied with Argentina's 'positive draw'

Sabella satisfied with Argentina's 'positive draw'

ARGENTINA coach Alejandro Sabella reflected positively on his side's group for the 2014 FIFA World Cup. 7 Dec 2013