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11-21 21:00

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England began their 2022 FIFA World Cup campaign with a commanding 6-2 victory over Iran in a Group B match on November 21, 2022. The Three Lions' attack was in scintillating form, with Bukayo Saka scoring a brace. Jude Bellingham opened the scoring with a header, England's first goal of the tournament. Saka, Raheem Sterling, Marcus Rashford, and Jack Grealish all found the net in a dominant display, though Iran managed two consolation goals through Mehdi Taremi. The match was overshadowed by a lengthy first-half stoppage due to an injury to Iran's goalkeeper, but England's quality ultimately shone through. The comprehensive win immediately established Gareth Southgate's side as one of the teams to beat in Qatar.