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Football mad newlyweds Beca and Richard Thomas have flown to the Middle East to spend their honeymoon at the World Cup.

The couple married two weeks ago and, ever since Wales qualified for their first World Cup since 1958, they knew there was only one destination.

Mrs Thomas said she and her other half agreed the plan was "perfect".

"We married a fortnight ago during half-term and we have photos of us wearing bucket hats on our special day"

They are staying in Dubai but travelling to Qatar so they can watch the games with the rest of the Red Wall.

Mr Thomas said: "For the USA match we were sitting amongst the American fans in the stadium, but tomorrow we will be amongst the Welsh fans, so we are really looking forward to that."

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All of Iran were cheering for a moment there as Ali Gholizadeh rolls the ball into the back of the Welsh net.

But it's ruled out for offside and we're still all square.

Remember, you can keep up to date with over live text commentary here.

It's certainly a difficult time for the Iran players and staff, given the anti-government protests in their home country.

Here is BBC correspondent Shaimaa Khalil questioning manager Carlos Quieroz at yesterday's news conference.

I may be slightly bias given I went to went to Cardiff University, but the Welsh anthem is one of my favourite at this World Cup as it stirs up plenty of emotion.

All eyes this time though were on the Iranian anthem.

The players did sing the words this time after choosing not to before their opener with England.

Calling all Wales fans, from Cardiff to Doha...

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I'm already struggling to hear the presenters through my earpiece...

The music’s pumping, the crowd have their bucket hats on and beers in hand - it’s buzzing in the welsh capital. There’s whiff of apprehension in the air, along with the delightful smell of bacon.

Because make no mistake, this is a must win today for Wales.

They sold out at the Depot venue weeks ago. And minutes before kick off, the 1,500 seater venue is full.

Fans from across wales, from Pontypridd to Pembrokeshire have taken a day off to watch Wales play their second game at a World Cup in over half a century.

Some fans are making the trip to Tenerife, along with thousands of others, for the “big one” against the old enemy (England) on Tuesday.

But today, expect Cardiff, and Wales, to erupt if Gareth Bale’s men can get that must needed victory...

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The Ahmad bin Ali Stadium in Qatar is absolutely rocking. Follow every kick, header and tackle of Wales v Iran over on our other live page.

You can also watch the game live on BBC One and there is full match commentary on BBC Radio 5 Live.

The Wales fans are in position...

Gareth Bale and Robert Page weren't dismissive of Iran in their pre-match news conference on Thursday though Chris.

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After his success in correctly predicting Japan's 2-1 win over Germany, Chris Sutton has had his say on the second round of group games in Qatar.

In the four games today, Chris is predicting wins for England, Senegal and the Netherlands and a draw between Wales and Iran.

"From the Wales fans I have met in Doha, or listened to on 5 Live, there is some Welsh arrogance out there - they are dismissing Iran already.

"That is a dangerous game, and they might just regret it."

Chris Sutton's World Cup Predictions

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BBC Radio 5 Live have been at Aaron Ramsey's old high school, Ysgol Gyfun Cwm Rhymni, prior to Wales’ game against Iran.

The former Arsenal midfielder’s former teacher, Tony Wilding, said: “We’re really proud of him and everything he has gone on to achieve from Cardiff to being captain of his country, the youngest captain of our country.”

“Seeing all the pupils walk in with their red tops on and bucket hats on, you can feel the buzz.”

Tony said the pupils will gather together in the school hall “to watch on the big screen…they’re all looking forward to supporting our boys.”

Here are how things stand in Group B at present.

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Not long at all now until Wales kick-off against Iran.

Robert Page's team are currently tucked in behind England in Group B after taking a point from their opening match against the USA.

A win for England later will see Gareth Southgate's side through to the last 16, while Wales and Iran can move into pole position to join them.

If you need a quick recap on the opening games just hit play below.

Emma Sanders
BBC Sport in Qatar

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France boss Didier Deschamps is asked if Manchester United defender Raphael Varane is fit and ready to play against Denmark.

"He could have played [in the opener]. He was ready to play in the first game. He was fit. We discussed these issues with him.

"He is still fit for the second game. Of course we have to make choices. His experience is one thing to take into account of course.

"The main thing is that he is ready and fit and I know that’s the case so I will have to take a decision in that regard."

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Former Wales forward Ian Rush has stressed the importance of a fast start from his country today after their struggles in the first half of the 1-1 draw with the USA.

A late Gareth Bale penalty salvaged a draw for Wales after Tim Weah had given the United States the lead in their opening Group B match..

Speaking to Radio 5 Live, he said: “This is going to be a massive game for Wales. We struggled in the first half, I thought they were a little bit nervous and USA took advantage of that.

“We need to make sure that we don’t start slowly today.”

Rush says he is predicting a 2-0 win for Wales.

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Gareth Bale will overtake Chris Gunter as Wales' most-capped men's player in Friday's game against Iran (10:00 GMT).

"It's an amazing achievement, it's an honour to represent my country so many times," said Bale, who has 109 caps.

"But it's more important that we try and get the victory. Hopefully we can and it'll make it even more special.

"It will be a difficult game versus Iran - they are a very good team. They are here for a reason, but of course we believe we can beat them."

Emma Sanders
BBC Sport in Qatar

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Hugo Lloris will be reunited with Tottenham team-mate Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg, who represents Denmark, in Saturday's Group D match.

But there'll not be too much affection shown to once the game is over.

"We’ll still be friends after the match. It’s a 90-minute battle which will be very important for both countries," Lloris said.

"We will suspend that friendship for 90 minutes but will be again afterwards. We have a very good relationship.

"I’m sure he will have a very important role to play in the Danish side. It will be great to see him and Christian [Eriksen] as well."

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One of the big talking points of Iran’s opening game against England was the players’ apparent refusal to sing the national anthem - which was seen as a show of solidarity with the anti-government protests that have been taking place in the country over the last two months.

Yesterday, reports emerged out of Iran that former Iranian international Voria Ghafouri had been arrested for "tarnishing the reputation of the national team and spreading propaganda against the state".

Ghafouri recently condemned the state's crackdown on protests.

His name became a top-trending hashtag on Twitter, with users praising him for "standing with his people" and calling for his release.

This morning’s conservative media have carried images of Cristiano Ronaldo appearing emotional as he sung the Portuguese national anthem before the match against Ghana yesterday.

"The tears" is how one news agency captioned the image.

Looks sore that doesn't it?

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Neymar appeared to be in tears on the bench at the end of Brazil's opening World Cup win over Serbia after being substituted with a sprained ankle.

Brazil's team doctor confirmed the forward suffered the injury and that it will be reassessed on Friday.

"We are confident Neymar will continue playing in the World Cup," Brazil head coach Tite insisted.

The 30-year-old was replaced in the 80th minute of Thursday's 2-0 win after a heavy tackle from Nikola Milenkovic.

He sat with his face covered while receiving treatment and pictures showed his right ankle was heavily swollen.

"I didn't see Neymar was injured - the capacity he has to overcome it tricked even me," Tite added when asked why Neymar was not withdrawn earlier.

The Selecao face Switzerland in their second Group G game on Monday (16:00 GMT).

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