Two late goals secured Iran a sensational 2-0 win against Wales to maintain its hopes of qualifying to the World Cup knockout stages
Rouzbeh Cheshmi struck from distance to brilliantly give Iran the lead in the 98th minute, while Ramin Rezaeian sealed the win in the 101st minute, securing Iran its first points of the tournament. Both goals came after Wales goalkeeper Wayne Hennessey had been sent off in the second half for a rash challenge outside his area, becoming the first player in this tournament to be shown a red card.
After the heavy 6-0 defeat by England, Iran played much better in this its second match. The score was goalless at the break after a nervy opening 45 minutes on a sweltering day in Al Rayyan. Wales striker Kiefer Moore had the best chance of the half, somehow heading wide when free on goal. Though Ali Gholizadeh’s thought he had put Iran ahead only for the goal to be ruled out by the video assistant referee .
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