Iran Volleyball Team Loses to Brazil in Friendly

The Iranian team had been defeated against the host 3-2 on Friday in its first match. The team lost to Brazil 3-0 once again.

Iran has been drawn along with London 2012 gold medallist Russia, World Championship 2014 winner Poland, Argentina, Cuba and Egypt in Pool B.

Pool A consists of host Brazil, FIVB Volleyball Men’s World Cup winner and runner-up USA and Italy respectively, France, Mexico and Canada.

The Rio 2016 Olympic Games men’s volleyball touament runs from August 6 until August 20.