England opened their 2022 FIFA World Cup campaign with an emphatic 6-2 victory over Iran on November 21, 2022, at the Khalifa International Stadium in Doha. Match Overview
The match was a showcase of England's young talent, particularly and Bukayo Saka , who were instrumental in the victory. England established a dominant 3-0 lead before halftime, eventually tying their record for the most goals scored in a single World Cup match. The game was notable for its extended stoppage time—totaling 29 minutes across both halves—primarily due to a serious head injury to Iran's goalkeeper, Alireza Beiranvand. Goal Scorers England vs Iran 6-2 Highlights (Download Video)
England's scoring was distributed across five different players, while Mehdi Taremi accounted for both of Iran's goals. Jude Bellingham Soaring header from a Luke Shaw cross Bukayo Saka Powerful left-footed strike following a corner Raheem Sterling Classy volley from a Harry Kane cross Bukayo Saka Patient individual effort inside the box Mehdi Taremi Powerful finish off the underside of the bar Marcus Rashford Composed finish just minutes after coming on Jack Grealish Slotted home from close range after a Callum Wilson run Mehdi Taremi Penalty kick following a VAR decision Key Moments and Analysis England 6-2 Iran - FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 report England opened their 2022 FIFA World Cup campaign