From the start at Ahmad bin Ali Stadium, Iran dictated much of the play, putting immense pressure on the Welsh defense.
Hennessey became only the to be sent off. Gales vs IrГЎn en Vivo
The match shifted decisively in the 86th minute when Wales goalkeeper charged out of his area and collided with Mehdi Taremi. From the start at Ahmad bin Ali Stadium,
: In the 15th minute, Iran's Ali Gholizadeh appeared to score, but the goal was overturned by VAR for offside . Iran dictated much of the play
Initially, the referee showed a yellow card, but it was after a VAR review.
: Early in the second half, Iran struck the post twice in less than 10 seconds . Sardar Azmoun hit the right post, followed immediately by Gholizadeh curling a shot onto the left post.