Iran and South Korea miss out on World Cup last 32 in dramatic third-place race | World Cup 2026
• Iran and South Korea have been eliminated from the 2026 World Cup after failing to secure a spot in the round of 32. • Both teams lost out in a dramatic race for the best third-place team slots, joining Scotland and Uruguay among the teams exiting the tournament. • South Korea's exit follows a mixed performance, including an opening victory against Czechia, leading to fierce domestic criticism of head coach Hong Myung-bo.
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