Iran qualifies for the 2026 World Cup after a 2-2 draw with Uzbekistan
Mar 25, 2025 | 12:19 PM
Iran qualified for the 2026 World Cup after Mehdi Taremi scored twice in a 2-2 draw with Uzbekistan on Tuesday.
The point takes Iran to a fourth straight appearance at the World Cup and a seventh overall.
The 48-team tournament will be hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico.
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John Duerden, The Associated Press
