Iran Runner-Up at IBSA Goalball Asia-Pacific C’ships


TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran lost to China 10-0 at the International Blind Sports Federation (IBSA) Goalball Asia-Pacific Championships final on Tuesday.

Team Melli failed to book a place at the 2020 Paralympic Games as just the champion qualifies for the event.

Japan came third after defeating South Korea 11-5.

A total of seven teams in the men's event participated in the competition, which was held in Chiba, Japan.

China’s women team also qualified for the Paralympics.