Roozbeh Cheshmi
CB
Ball-Playing Centre Back
Jul 24, 1993 (32)
Right
6'4"
190 lb
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Won't face Belgium
Cheshmi (hamstring) is out for Sunday's match against Belgium, according to Iran Focus.
Analysis: Cheshmi is not going to be an option for Iran in their second group stage match of the World Cup, as the defender will now miss both games to open the tournament. This is unfortunate for the team, as he remains an expected starter when fit. This will now leave his availability for the group stage finale in question, possibly not featuring this World Cup at all if they are eliminated.
Expected to miss New Zealand clash
Cheshmi (hamstring) won't take part in Iran's World Cup opener versus New Zealand, according to Tasnim Sport.
Analysis: Cheshmi was spotted in training earlier in the week, but he apparently failed to recover completely from his issue. Losing him is a blow to the team's midfield and defensive ability, with Shoja Khalilzadeh and Saeid Ezatolahi likely to benefit with increased playing time in central spots. It remains unclear when the injured player will be fit enough to see action, though he might initially be relegated to a substitute role.
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