Are Iran the unluckiest side in World Cup history?
BBC Sport·June 28, 2026
Iran is considered one of the unluckiest teams in World Cup history due to their last-minute eliminations. They have had a spot in the last 32 of the tournament taken away from them not once, but twice, in heartbreaking fashion. These late setbacks have prevented Iran from advancing further in the competition. Iran's unfortunate experiences have led to them being regarded as one of the most unfortunate teams in World Cup history.
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