Iran Seeking Spain Friendly

GOAL – Mohamadi Nabi, the deputy of the Iranian Football Federation, has revealed that Iran is hoping to arrange a friendly against Spain in the near future.

Iran are in the middle of preparations for the start of qualifying for the 2010 World Cup. The opening game takes place against Syria on February 6.

Nabi told the press: "We have previously requested this friendly game and they have responded to our request and that shows we have a high chance of arranging this game."

He continued: "We just have to discuss the date of the friendly encounter as we requested two matches on a home and away basis and considering the close ties between the two Federations, not many problems are."

In response to cancellation of Iran-Mali match last week, Nabi said: "We have suggested May 26th as the next date for this friendly match."

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