Iran qualifies for the 2026 World Cup after a 2-2 draw with Uzbekistan

Iran qualified for the 2026 World Cup after Mehdi Taremi scored twice in a 2-2 draw with Uzbekistan on Tuesday.

The point takes Iran to a fourth straight appearance at the World Cup and a seventh overall.

The 48-team tournament will be hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico.

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John Duerden, The Associated Press