England vs Iran
England vs Iran Score: 6-2 Goals: Bellingham (35'), Saka (43', 62'), Sterling (45+1'), Taremi (65', 90+13') Rashford (71'), Grealish (89') Possession: 79-21 Shots: 13-6 Man of the Match: Bukayo Saka (2G) England opened up their World Cup campaign with a dominant 6-2 win over Iran. Gareth Southgate's side was in total control throughout an entertaining 90 minutes at the Khalifa International Stadium. The match began timidly with England in control but lacking some tempo and energy to their play. Injury to Iranian keeper Alizera Beiranvand forced a very long stoppage at the start of the first half causing a long interruption of play. Towards the end of the first half England finally started to find their groove. The importance of line-breaking passes from center halves in modern football has become extremely paramount at the highest level and it was shown on display for England's opening goal by Manchester United's Harry Maguire. Maguire p...
