Late Iranian double strike harpoons Wales

The better team won on the day and Iran will fancy their chances against the USA on Tuesday. They scored two goals in their opening 6-2 Group B loss to England; but this time it was a brace that in all probability put paid to the World Cup progression expectations of Wales.

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Qatar on the brink of World Cup exit with heads held high

Barring a shock Netherlands loss to Ecuador later tonight (Friday), host nation Qatar effectively bowed out of the World Cup after a 3-1 defeat to Senegal.

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Ecuador do everything except win against Netherlands

Lucky Netherlands escaped with a 1-1 Group A draw against Ecuador on Friday, in the process ensuring hosts Qatar were eliminated from the competition even before their final game.

But Qatar could still have a say in the competition as they will be up against the Netherlands on Tuesday, when an unlikely win could upset the final standings.

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Unimpressive England pick up another point

A scoreless draw between England and the USA on Friday night opened the door wide for all Group B teams.

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