Iran's Football Squad Begins Preparatory Camp in Portugal


TEHRAN (Tasnim) - Iranian national football team arrived in Portugal on Sunday to hold a preparatory camp in the country.

Iran, who is preparing for the AFC Asian Cup in Australia in January, will play two friendly matches in its camp in Lisbon.

Team Melli will play UEFA Europa League participant Estoril and UEFA Champions League representative Benfica in its camp.

Iran will stay in Portugal capital until October 10.

Carlos Queiroz’s men are in Group C of the AFC Asian Cup along with the UAE, Bahrain and Qatar.