Iran first to enter Asian Cup quarter-finals

 

Iran first to enter Asian Cup quarter-finals

Three-time champions Iran struggled past North Korea 1-0 at the Asian Cup, becoming the first team to qualify for the quarter-finals in their bid to end a 35-year title drought.

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Published: Sat 15 Jan 2011, 9:14 PM

Last updated: Mon 6 Apr 2015, 7:11 PM

The striker converted a cross from midfielder Pejman Nouri in the 62nd minute.

North Korea dominated possession for most of the first half and kept the attack-minded Iran on the defensive, with its best chance coming from striker Jong Tae Se’s free kick in the 16th. But Iran regrouped and had two chances to take the lead before Ansari netted.

North Korea captain Hong Yong Jo nearly equalized in injury time but hit the crossbar.

Iran tops Group D with six points after two games.


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