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WC 2006 Match Chat: Portugal vs. Iran, 6 am PT
2006-06-17 04:00
by Bob Timmermann

Live from Frankfurt!

Portugal can wrap up a spot in the second round with a win over Iran. Portugal beat Angola in its opener, 1-0, while Iran lost to Mexico, 3-1. Mexico's tie with Angola yesterday put Portugal in a good spot and breathed some life into Iran's chances in Group D.

However, Portugal should have enough talent to get past Iran. But the Portuguese have been to know play to the level of their competition or below it as they did in 2002, when they lost to both the USA and Korea. If Iran pulls off the upset, all four teams will still be alive for the last match, which hasn't happened yet in Groups A through C.

National Anthems:

Iran, Sorud-e Melli-e Iran

Portugal, A Portuguesa

Comments
2006-06-17 06:31:46
1.   Bob Timmermann
Almost a goal from Iran's lone Christian player there.
2006-06-17 06:47:49
2.   Bob Timmermann
The Portuguese look very frustrated.
2006-06-17 06:49:15
3.   capdodger
The Portuguese fans sound very frustrated.
2006-06-17 07:15:37
4.   Bob Timmermann
The Univision announcers seem to be enjoying this one as a scoreless tie really helps out Mexico.
2006-06-17 07:22:31
5.   Bob Timmermann
The Iranian keeper looked bummed, but there was no way he was getting to that shot.

That shot was drilled.

2006-06-17 07:54:35
6.   Bob Timmermann
Shades of Eusebio! The Portuguese move on to the second round!
2006-06-17 08:19:21
7.   Sam DC
Alas, Iran. I was rooting for you in spirit.

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