Zhengzhou: Injuries to key players and league commitments have seriously depleted China’s strength ahead of this Friday’s friendly against arch-rivals Iran.
Chinese officials deserve Iran snub
Reuters - Iran’s demand for a neutral referee for their friendly against China this week is disrespectful but local match officials only have themselves to blame, according to China’s soccer chief Wei Di.
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Ghotbi targets AFC Asian Cup triumph
AFC - Tehran: Iran coach Afshin Ghotbi said on Sunday he is hoping to pilot his side to glory in the AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2011™ which would be Team Melli’s first title in 35 years.
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Ghotbi: I have a good record in Iran football team
MNA - Iran football coach Afshin Ghotbi is very pleased with what has done in his post.
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Esteghlal want Teymourian
MNA - Free agent Andranik Teymourian is likely to join Esteghlal football team.
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Zob Ahan Go Top Again
AFC - AFC Champions League quarter-finalists Zob Ahan overcame Saba Battery 2-1 to reclaim the Iran Pro League lead on goal difference after seven rounds.
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Esteghlal edge Sepahan in 7 Goal Thriller
Espnstar - Arash Borhani’s late strike ensured Esteghlal edged a seven-goal thriller as they beat Sepahan 4-3 in the Iran Pro League.
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