Iran’s U17 youth team lost its second match against Sao Paolo Club youth team 0-2 in the 4th Weifang Hope Cup .

The match played this morning Tehran time saw the Brazilian side score an early goal in the 3rd minute as a result of a defensive lapse by the young Iranians. Just before the half time whistle , The Brazilians scored again to make it 2-0.

Although the second half was much better for Iran U17, however , there were always chasing the game with 2 goals down and some nice saves by Sao Paolo goalkeeper prevented Iran from scoring.

Iran U17 coached bt Rahim Meerakhory played yesterday against North Koreans and drew 1-1. It will end the campaign by playing against the American Club Chivas on Wednesday.
Ali Doustimehr , the general manager of Iran youth teams said that this team is in China to gain experience as it lacks playing against strong oppositions. “Results are irrelevant at this stage as we prepare for the FIFA U17 World Cup.”  Doustimehr added “Sao Paolo is a club side and naturally the players have been together for several years creating a good understanding. It is a bit different with selections like ours”

Team Melli U17 will play tits last group match against Chivas club of United State on Wednesday. in the annual International Youth Football Tournament  held in Weifang city, Shandong Province, China