Iran’s hopes of reaching the third round of the 2018 FIVB World Championship have been dealt a massive blow following a 3-2 defeat to Canada in Bulgaria.
The Iranians twice came from behind to level the match at 2-all. But they slumped in the decider and Canada won the 5th set 15-12 for a 3-2 victory.
This was Iran’s 2nd defeat in as many matches in the 2nd round and their hopes of reaching the 3rd round are now very slim.