Iran vs. Uzbekistan Oct. 10th WCQ Match Thread

[oracle]

GN’s biggest achievement in his tenure so far is beating Japan. Now, looking back it really was moreso because of the hunger & desire of the players.

When he played Omid as a DM, it wasn’t a genius move. He did it out of necessity because Taremi was out. The long ball tactic only worked because the Japanese lack good aerial defense.

Overall, his games have lacked consistency, offensive fluidity, and defensive organization.

He’s had plenty of opportunites to incorporate players like hosseinnejad and allahyar, and to help set up younger players for the future. He has failed.

We actually might play better against Qatar because they want to avenge their semifinal loss. However, it’d go back to the players’ hunger and desire. Nothing to do with GN tactics.

Tm w/o taremi players give extra effort.
Sardar is different when medi is not there, players always respect sardar more than medi.

[Damavand]

Theres a chance GN forgets and we forfeit.

Can never overestimate Admin in Iran

I don’t think that can happen anymore. As soon as FIFA/AFC sees his name they will inform IFF that he is suspended.

[KhumoUzbek]

As you have most probably read through this thread 99.9% of Iranians are unhappy about tue recent performance of TM. Although what really amazed me was that upon Iran player's ejection from the game, the game flow gradually shifted to TM's dominance and Uzbekistan couldn't capitalize on the golden opportunity to press Iran and score a goal. Totally seemed like the Uzbeks were fully content with a home draw.

On a side note, I am interested to hear our opponent fan's take on the penalty kick being called off


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For me it was more likely a penalty than not. Probably the short distance made the ref to call it off.
In general, Iran's red card spoiled the game, for both sides. It was unnecessary (but fair) and not needed. Now psychological pressure on players is higher than if we would have lost 11 vs 11.