Down to ten men, Wales attempted to hold on for a draw, but the pressure from Carlos Queiroz's side finally told in the dying moments:
: A stunning low drive from outside the area flew past substitute keeper Danny Ward to break the deadlock. [Group B]Wales Vs Iran
The Last-Minute Heartbreak: Iran's Stunning 2-0 Victory Over Wales Down to ten men, Wales attempted to hold
The match was a rollercoaster of emotions. For 85 minutes, both teams traded blows in a high-stakes encounter where a loss for either would be catastrophic for their knockout stage dreams. This was more than just three points
This was more than just three points. For Iran, it was their . For Wales, it marked a painful step toward an early exit in their first World Cup appearance in 64 years.
: With Wales pushed forward in a desperate attempt to equalize, Rezaeian finished a swift counter-attack with a delicate chip to seal the win. Why This Win Mattered
: In the 86th minute, Wales goalkeeper Wayne Hennessey received the first red card of the tournament for a reckless high-challenge on Mehdi Taremi. The Stoppage Time Drama