Article: Iran qualify, but how far can they go?

[ehsan singapore]

TM needs to experience conceding goals and then coming back from behind.

TM falling behind is something we haven't seen for a while, and we will definitely be seeing this in the World Cup.

So if TM doesn't mentally prepare for this situation, then this will be a huge weakness.

Friendlies can help us we let in a goal against montegro and scored again we need a team which can attack and test our players

[DR Strangemoosh]

Wow Iran has been so impressive even the notorious Iran hater John Duerden has no choice but give them credit!

Am I missing something? This guy has had knowledge of and has hyped up iranian players and teams for the last 3 decades? When did he become an Iran-hater?

[Omids]

Am I missing something? This guy has had knowledge of and has hyped up iranian players and teams for the last 3 decades? When did he become an Iran-hater?

Agreed. He isn't an Iran hater but surely loves Korea more. From memory his wife is Korean.

[dash_sina]

To be honest still chances of getting to the second round for TM are low. We have to be lucky to not to be unlucky in the first place, for instance being in a group with Portugal and Argentina would not be easy.
But yes this team has better chances on paper, we have maturing young stars who are ready to shine, and one of the best coaches on the planet.