PLDC - Maringa, Iran defeated Japan 3-1 to gain its first victory of the 2013 Grand Prix, and eliminated Japan from the tournament.

Iran dominated the first half from the beginning and had possession and full control. The first half ended 2-0 in Iran's favour.

The second half started out more even and the Japanese gave it everything they had, but despite their efforts, Iran scored its third goal. Japan managed to pull a goal back, and the match ended 3-1 in Iran's favour.

In Group A's other match, Brazil defeated Argentina 11-1, and booked its spot in the next round of the Grand Prix.

Iran will meet Brazil on Thursday, October 24, at 6:15 PM local time (Maringa), for its last match of the group stage.

By: Arman Tamjidi