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.
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6. World Cup chokers?
Iran is one of the most successful footballing nations in Asia with three Asian Cup wins (1968, 1972 and 1976). They have also qualified for the World Cup five times but have never advanced past the group stage.
Iranian fans celebrate the win at Gerland Stadium in Lyon, France, 1998
7. Highlight
Iran’s best World Cup moment was a 2-1 win over the United States in the 1998 group stages.
8. Past hits
After two 0-0 draws with Poland and England in the 1986 group stages, Morocco’s 3-1 victory over Portugal was their first ever win at the finals and it booked them a spot in the last 16.
Morocco coach Herve Renard (R) speaks to player Noureddine Amrabat during a World Cup qualifying match last year
9. Strike ace
The great Eusebio of Portugal lit up the 1966 World Cup, scoring nine goals to finish as top scorer, netting in all but one match.
10. All or nothing
Spain have not drawn any of their last 14 World Cup matches, winning 10 and losing four.
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