Iran's volleyball a powerhouse in Poland. Pictures not shown on Iran's TV

Sept 8, 2014

Entertainment , Sports

Polish girl roots for Iran

The International Volleyball Federation (FIVB) has applauded the Iranian team for stellar performances and its fourth victory in round 1 of men's World Championship (link).

Cheerleaders not shown on Iran's TV. Click to see larger image

Iranian fans in Iran-US match

Iran defeated the strong US team in round one.Click to see larger image

Iran's state-run TV censored scenes of cheerleaders and women spectators but many Iranian women attended the matches in Poland rooting for the Iranian team and even outshouting the few American fans during the US-Iran match (see video below):

Polish Cheerleader scenes not shown on Iranian TV

Official Song by Polish singer Margaret

Despite the controversial ban on women spectators inside Iran's volleyball stadiums, observers believe volleyball may soon surpass football as Iran's most popular national sport.

Seyed Mousavi blocking Puerto Rican player.Click to see larger image

Iran defeated Italy.Click to see larger image

National Stadium Warsaw.Click to see larger image

After defeating United States, Italy, Belgium and Puerto Rico, and a loss to France, Iran advanced to round 2 and will play against Australia, Argentina, Serbia and the host country (Poland).

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