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    Iran eager to make World League debut after missing Olympics


    Egypt is placed just ahead of Iran in the FIVB Senior World Ranking, but this year the Iranians have shown that they can succeed against higher ranked teams such as Croatia, Poland and Argentina.

    Tehran, Iran, August 31, 2012 - After a disappointing run in Olympic qualifications, which left the team out of the running, Iran immediately began preparations for the World League 2013 qualifications. As they prepared to play their first qualification matches against Egypt, the Iranian team has been on a whirlwind tour through Europe, getting used to competing away from home.

    A preview of the Iranian team led by legendary coach Julio Velasco can be read     here.
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