Courtesy: Tehran Times


Iran drawn against Spain in Futsal World Cup

24 August 2012 15:50

Iran on Friday was drawn to face Spain in the FIFA Futsal World Cup.

Ten-time Asian champion Iran has been drawn in Group B alongside two-time World Cup winner Spain, as well as Panama and Morocco.

Spain has won fourth straight continental crown in February.

The teams played out a thrilling 3-3 draw in Brazil. Panama and Morocco are also in their section.

“It’s a tough group. We know Spain very well but we need some more information about Panama and Morocco futsal teams,” Iran coach Ali Sanei said.

The 24 participating teams were drawn in six groups of four, with the top two from each group going through to the Round of 16 along with the four best third-placed teams.

Group A: Thailand, Costa Rica, Ukraine, Paraguay
Group B: Spain, Iran, Panama, Morocco
Group C: Brazil, Japan, Libya, Portugal
Group D: Argentina, Mexico, Italy, Australia
Group E: Egypt, Serbia, Czech Republic, Kuwait
Group F: Russia, Solomon Islands, Guatemala, Colombia

The tournament will start on November 1 and the final will be held in Bangkok on November 18.




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