TEHRAN (Iran News) –Iran overpowered Thailand 15-3 at the 2022 Asian Water Polo Championship on Friday.
Iran had previously defeated India 19-4, South Korea 17-8 and Kazakhstan 11-10 in Pool A and advanced to the next stage as group winners.
Team Melli, headed by Aleksandar Ciric, will play Group B’s fourth team on Saturday.
The competition is being held in Samut Prakan, Thailand from Nov. 7 to 13.
The Asian Water Polo Championship serves as qualification for the 2023 World Water Polo Championship to be held in Fukuoka, Japan.
The top two teams as well as hosts Japan will take part in the world championship.
- source : Tehrantimes