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Iran World Cup Squad Receives Hero's Welcome Despite Group Exit

The Iranian World Cup squad received a hero's welcome upon their return home, despite being eliminated in the group stage. Fans serenaded the team, chanting "Iran, Iran!" to show their appreciation.

1 Jul, 18:05 — 1 Jul, 18:05
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YahooMostly Factual56d ago

'Iran, Iran!' Iranian World Cup squad serenaded on return home

Iran's disappointed World Cup squad returned to a much warmer welcome at Tehran airport on Wednesday than they experienced on arrival in the US for their three group games.They were allowed to do that before their final game against Egypt, but still had to return to Mexico straight after.

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'Iran, Iran!' Iranian World Cup squad serenaded on return home

abidjan-net1 Jul, 18:42Latest update

Iran's World Cup squad get hero’s welcome despite group exit - Aaj English TV

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