JAMES NALTON writes about Iran's qualification for the tournament and whether the United States is fit to welcome visitors from across the world
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Potter can do well at West Ham but he needs time
Move signals ceasefire in civil war that had broken out in the game
WEST HAM have appointed former Chelsea and Brighton boss Graham Potter as their new manager. Fans will be hoping the new incumbent does better than outgoing manager Julen Lopetegui.
Lopetegui never really seemed to fit at West Ham. Appointed last May to replace David Moyes, suddenly funds became available for players. More than £130 million was spent on nine players.
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