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So close and yet so far for kingdom’s soccer stars

November 16 - 22, 2011
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Gulf Weekly So close and yet so far for kingdom’s soccer stars

BAHRAIN were only minutes away from victory against Iran at the National Stadium and dropped two vital points in their quest for World Cup glory.

It was so disappointing for the players, management and fans alike. Why didn’t seasoned coach Peter Taylor bring on a sub during those dying minutes? It could have disrupted Iran’s push forward. Instead Majtaba Jabari’s last-gasp strike cancelled out Mohammed Al Tayeb’s opener. It was a sickener.







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