The Iran national football team won 2-1 against Japan, advancing to the semifinals of the 2023 Asian Nations Cup. This victory is considered one of the best performances of the national team in this tournament. Amir Ghalenoei's ideal lineup and tactical changes led the team to victory. In this match, Sardar Azmoun and Mohammad Mohebi scored for Iran. The Iran national football team was down by one goal in the first half, but scored two goals in the second half to win. Amir Ghalenoei used three defensive midfielders to control the game and win. This victory puts Iran in the closest distance to winning the championship in this tournament. The Iran national football team will face its next opponent in the next match and will try to reach the final of the Asian Nations Cup.