Iranian footballers returned home

And there was further drama when Taremi looked certain to score the winner that would have taken Iran through a minute later, but hit the side netting from six yards instead of scoring what would have been the most famous goal in his nation's history. Portugal, who were top of the group going into injury-time, survived a chaotic climax and must now re-focus ahead of their knock-out clash in Sochi on Saturday.​​​​​​​