Thu, 28 Oct, 2021
Hanoi: The future trajectory of women’s football in the Islamic Republic of Iran depends on the country’s do-or-die match against Vietnam, according to national team captain Koueistan Khosravi.
Speaking exclusively to the the-AFC.com, Khosravi explained that the match against Group D’s host nation represents much more than just three points for her team.
“Sunday's game is historically important for us,” emphasised the cultured defender.
“Depending on how we perform, everything will either move forward or go backwards.”
Iran came into the qualifiers without a FIFA ranking due to a prolonged absence from international football, and got off to a nightmare start, conceding a goal just four minutes into their first match before eventually losing 2-0 to Myanmar.
But Maryam Azmoun’s side recovered well to beat Singapore 6-0, with their technical proficiency and flair winning them admirers from Hanoi to Tehran, something that will continue with a win against Vietnam, according to Khosravi.
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