Palestine beaten 7-0 by Iran in friendly match in Tehran on Wednesday . Iran 's rulers have used match to further political cause , says expert . The match will not count in FIFA 's world rankings , as Iran coach Carlos Queiroz brought on a seventh substitute -- one more than is allowed for `` A '' internationals . Comment: Match was a warm-up for Iran 's upcoming World Cup qualifier against Bahrain .
Palestine beaten 7-0 by Iran in friendly match in Tehran on Wednesday . Iran 's rulers have used match to further political cause , says expert . Comment: Match was a warm-up for Iran 's upcoming World Cup qualifier against Bahrain .