Iran

Iran Iraq forward Justin Meram claimed his team's win over Palestine is the blueprint for a successful Asian Cup for the 2007 champions.

Sardar Azmoun Sardar Azmoun underlined his status as Iran's star attraction as Carlos Queiroz's side made light work of Vietnam in a 2-0 Asian Cup win.

Ali Faez Atiyah suffered an injury as his Iraq side topped Group D following a 0-0 draw against Iran at Al Maktoum Stadium on Wednesday.

Fernando Santos Portugal head coach Fernando Santos is cautious of Morocco and Iran, after being drawn in the same group as Spain for the 2018 World Cup.

Ricardo Quaresma Bernardo Cristiano Ronaldo's penalty miss ultimately did not cost Portugal a last-16 berth as they held out for a dramatic 1-1 draw with Iran.

Jordan piled the pressure on Australia with a victory over Tajikistan on a busy day of AFC World Cup qualifiers.

Safet Sušić Bosnia-Herzegovina coach Safet Susic said he did not read much into Nigeria's 0-0 draw with Iran at the FIFA World Cup.

Montenegro Iran drew a blank once again as their FIFA World Cup preparations failed to find second gear in a goalless draw with Montenegro on Monday.

David De Gea Dani Carvajal could make his return from a hamstring injury in Spain's World Cup clash with Iran on Wednesday, according to Fernando Hierro.