Stoic Iranians take it on the chin The team are out, but the public remain dignified and the press are treading softly. How very unlike England, says Simon Tisdall.

Iran 1 - 1 Angola
Sohrab Bakhtiarizadeh's header put paid to Angola's hopes of reaching the second stage.
Minute-by-minute report
Iranian star in the dock

Portugal 2 - 0 Iran
Ronaldo put the Iranians to the sword as he secured Portugal's victory with a penalty.
Minute-by-minute report

Mexico 3 - 1 Iran
Iran gave a good account of themselves but Omar Bravo's sprinkling of Mexican magic made the difference.
Minute-by-minute report

Hossein Kaebi
Rising stars: Find out more about the hard-tackling Iranian right-back, who's one of the fastest footballers on the planet.

Introducing... Iran
Everything you need to know about Iran, including why they think Phil Collins is really funny. Well, who wouldn't?
Observer guide to Iran

More stats than you can shake a stick at
Vital statistics: Everything - yes every single thing - you need to know. Results, group tables, squad stats ... the works. If you can't find it in here, it's not worth looking for.

Office party kit
Bunting, official badges, cards, and your very own World Cup trophy (warning: not actual size). Download your Iran supporters' kit here!