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World Cup: England Kick Off Campaign with Hard-Fought Victory
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - England snatched victory in the dying moments of their opening fixture against Tunisia at the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia at the Volgograd Arena.
World Cup: Lukaku Double Helps Belgium Break Down Panama
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - A stunning volley from Dries Mertens and a Romelu Lukaku double broke the resistance of a brave Panama side on their World Cup debut as Belgium cruised to a 3-0 win in their opening Group G game in Sochi.
Sweden Earns Crucial Win over South Korea with Thanks to VAR
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - Sweden has won an opening World Cup game for the first time since 1958 and ended its worrying goal drought with a 1-0 victory over South Korea that was a must-win if it wants to progress from a tricky-looking Group F.
World Cup: Andres Cunha to Officiate Iran v Spain
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Uruguayan referee Andres Cunha has been chosen to officiate the match between Iran and Spain in Group B of the 2018 World Cup.
Nike Says Cannot Provide Cleats for Iran due to Sanctions
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Nike responded defiantly on Sunday following criticism over its refusal to provide cleats for the Iran World Cup team due to the threat of the US sanctions.
World Cup: Lozano Gives Mexico World Cup Win Over Germany
MOSCOW (Tasnim) - Defending champions Germany suffered a shock 1-0 defeat by Mexico in a World Cup match held in the Russian capital of Moscow on Sunday evening.
Switzerland Give Neymar Rough Treatment to Frustrate Brazil
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - The name on everybody's lips heading into Brazil's World Cup opener against Switzerland on Sunday was an unsurprising one: Neymar.
Costa Rica vs Serbia: Aleksandar Kolarov Ccores Stunning Free-Kick
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - Aleksandar Kolarov produced a moment of captain's inspiration, curling home a superb free kick as Serbia got their World Cup Group E campaign up and running with a 1-0 victory over Costa Rica on Sunday.
World Cup 2018: Holders Germany Beaten by Mexico
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - World Cup holders Germany were dealt a huge blow in their bid to defend the title after suffering a shock defeat to Mexico in their opening match.
Quieroz Pays Tribute to Sir Alex Ferguson after Late World Cup Win
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - Carlos Quieroz paid tribute to his former boss Sir Alex Ferguson as his Iran team grabbed a dramatic late victory over Morocco in 'Fergie Time' on Friday night.
Nike’s Move against Iran ‘Disrespectful’: Jahanbakhsh
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran's Alireza Jahanbakhsh had strong words for Nike following their team's 1-0 win against Morocco to open the World Cup.
FIFA World Cup: Peru 0-1 Denmark
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - Christian Cueva was reduced to tears half-way through Peru's 1-0 defeat to Denmark after he missed a penalty.
Iceland Thwart Argentina on World Cup Debut
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - The action at Moscow’s Spartak Stadium got off to a thrilling start with the match between FIFA World Cup veterans Argentina and debuntants Iceland.
Cristiano Is Prone to Diving, Spain's Pique Says
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - Spain defender Gerard Pique criticized Portugal star Cristiano Ronaldo, saying the hat-trick hero had a habit of throwing himself to the ground.
France Score from Hugely Controversial VAR Penalty
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - Didier Deschamps' side benefited from a curious video assistant referee decision that cost Australia a clean sheet.
Parliament Speaker Congratulates Iranians on Second Ever World Cup Win
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani offered his congratulations to the Iranian people over Team Melli’s second ever World Cup victory in its opener against Morocco in St. Petersburg, Russia.
Iranians Flock to Streets after World Cup Win against Morocco
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Jubilant Iranians took to the streets on Friday evening to celebrate the national football team’s victory against Morocco in its first match in the World Cup 2018 in Russia.
World Cup: Iran Beats Morocco in Injury Time
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - The Iranian national football team won its World Cup opener against Morocco on Friday in St. Petersburg, 1-0, thanks to an own goal in added time.
