The Pharaohs reach the second round for the first time in their history and will face Australia in the Round of 16, while the Persian Cheetahs still hope to qualify as one of the best third-placed teams. EGYPT MADE THE MOST OF THEIR FAST START Ramin Rezaeian equalized in the 14th minute, and from that point the Asian side looked comfortable with a draw, knowing it could be enough to keep their Round of 16 hopes alive as one of the best third-placed teams. But as Egypt faded, Iran grew stronger. The Persian Cheetahs pushed for a late winner and thought they had found it more than once, only to see two goals ruled out. Their dream of a famous victory slipped away in dramatic fashion.
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