TEHRAN – Iran have defeated Paraguay 6-2 at the 2022 Intercontinental Beach Soccer Cup.
Muhammad Mokhtari, Ali Mrshekari (two goals), Muhammad Ahmadzadeh, Mehdi Shirmuhammadi and Rolon (own goal) scored for Iran.
Iran have been drawn in Group B along with the U.S., Japan and Paraguay.
Earlier in the day, Japan defeated the U.S. 3-1.
The UAE, Brazil, Saudi Arabia and Spain are in Group A.
The competition is being held in Dubai, the UAE from November 1 to 5.
Russia is the most successful team, having won four tournaments. It is also the current champion.
Iran have won the title three times.