For the first time in Iranian sporting history, Iran advanced to the next round of the tournament however Team Melli was defeated by Spain 35-22.
Earlier, Iranian players earned their first-ever win in the 2023 IHF World Men's Handball Championship, beating Chile 25-24 on Thursday.
The 28th edition of the IHF Men’s World Championship is being held in Poland and Sweden from Jan. 11 to 29.
Iran is drawn in Group A along with Spain, Chile, and Montenegro.
The winners will seal an automatic spot at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.
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