First-half lasted almost an hourIran keeper suffered head injuryThree Lions in complete control
WHAT HAPPENED? The Three Lions had to contend with sweltering conditions in Qatar, with Gareth Southgate’s side having to take in more time on the field than they would have expected to at kick-off. They were, however, able to take complete control of an important contest, with Jude Bellingham, Bukayo Saka and Raheem Sterling all on target before the break.
WHY WERE THERE 14 MINUTES OF STOPPAGE TIME? There was so much time to add on as Iran’s first-choice goalkeeper,Alireza Beiranvand, suffered a serious head injury in the early exchanges. He required lengthy treatment on the field and was finally replaced after going to ground for a second time and eventually being stretchered from the pitch.
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