Iran reach FIFA U-17 World Cup quarters
Iran reach FIFA U-17 World Cup quarters

Iran defeated Mexico 2-1 on Tuesday to reach the 2017 FIFA U-17 World Cup quarter-finals. The Prince of Persia will face Spain in the quarter-final on Sunday. Mohammad Sharifi put the Iranian team into the lead just seven minutes into the match from the penalty spot. Allahyar Sayyadmanesh extended Iran’s lead four minutes later, chipping […]

Iran defeated Mexico 2-1 on Tuesday to reach the 2017 FIFA U-17 World Cup quarter-finals.

The Prince of Persia will face Spain in the quarter-final on Sunday.

Mohammad Sharifi put the Iranian team into the lead just seven minutes into the match from the penalty spot.

Allahyar Sayyadmanesh extended Iran’s lead four minutes later, chipping the ball over the Mexican goalkeeper Cesar Lopez.

Roberto De La Roda pulled a goal back in the 37th minute after Iran goalkeeper Gholamzadeh failed to clear the ball in his own area.

Iran had previously defeated Guinea 3-1, Germany 4-0 and Costa Rica 3-0 in the group stage.