AL AIN, 10th September, 2024 (WAM) -- Islamic Republic of Iran earned a hard-fought 1-0 win against United Arab of Emirates in their AFC Asian Qualifiers - Road to 26 Group A tie on Tuesday.

Mehdi Ghayedi was the hero for his team as his goal late in the first half kept Iran on maximum points after two matches.

The result leaves the UAE with 3 points and Iran with 6 points.