A first World Cup win for seven-times African champions Egypt, 92 years after their debut, put them in charge though Iran's dogged performances in draws with Belgium and New Zealand means victory could also see them top Group G.

IMAGE: Iran has had to grapple with travel restrictions, which coach Amir Ghalenoei said made them the tournament's "most oppressed team", though the US said this week that Iran would be allowed to t…

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