November 17, 2024
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Persianfootball.com, DUBAI – Iran were defeated by Portugal 3-0 in the third place match bringing their participation in the 2014 Samsung Intercontinental Cup to a close.

Champions of the 2013 edition,  Iran lost to Portugal 4-3, followed by wins against UAE and Morocco 2-1 and 5-0 respectively to end the group stage in second-place.

Iran faced last years finalists Russia in the Semi-finals and failed to take advantage of a late surge of goals to end up losing 4-3.

Team Melli then faced Portugal again for the 3rd place match which they lost 3-0.

Brazil claimed their first ever Intercontinental trophy when they defeated Russia in the final game 3-2 after extra time.