USA Beat Iran And Will Face Netherlands In World Cup Last 16

Iran eventually exited the World Cup disappointed, as the United States advanced to the knockout stages.

Christian Pulisic scored the game-winning goal against Iran, advancing the US to the World Cup last 16 against the Netherlands.

Seven minutes before halftime, the Chelsea forward deflected AC Milan defender Sergino Dest’s header.

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However, he collided with Iran goalkeeper Alireza Beiranvand and required several minutes of treatment before being replaced at halftime.

It was a game with a lot on the line, as both teams had a chance to advance to the knockout stages.

But Iran, who would have accepted a draw, couldn’t muster a single shot on target.

They came close again in the second half, with Brentford’s Saman Ghoddos coming off the bench to strike inches over the bar when he was unmarked in the box, before Saeid Ezatolahi curled over.

Morteza Pouraliganji met a free-kick with a diving header that went just wide in stoppage time.

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There was still time for controversy as Mehdi Taremi went down with Cameron Carter-Vickers trying to stop him, but their penalty appeals were denied.

Iran eventually exited the World Cup disappointed, as the United States advanced to the knockout stages.

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