Iran defeats UAE 2-1 to advance to FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup semi-finals

In a thrilling match at the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup UAE 2024 Dubai, Iran secured a hard-fought 2-1 victory over United Arab Emirates to advance to the semi-finals. The hosts initially took the lead in the second period through Abdulla Abbas, who headed home a cross from Ali Mohammad. However, Iran quickly responded, with Mohammad Masoumi equalizing with a header before goalkeeper Mehdi Mirjalili scored a sensational volley to put his team ahead.

Despite their best efforts, UAE struggled to break through Iran’s defense, marking the first time in the tournament that they found themselves trailing. With this crucial win, Iran now sets their sights on a showdown with Brazil in the upcoming semi-final clash.

On the other end of the spectrum, Japan’s journey in the tournament came to an end after suffering an 8-4 defeat against Brazil earlier in the day. The Japanese team fought hard but ultimately fell short against the powerhouse Brazilian squad, who showcased their offensive prowess to secure a convincing victory.

As the FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup UAE 2024 Dubai continues to unfold, the competition only gets tougher for the remaining teams. With thrilling matches and remarkable performances on display, football fans around the world are eagerly anticipating the upcoming semi-final matchups. Stay tuned for more exciting beach soccer action as the tournament reaches its climax.

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