Play-off
- The play-off was held at a neutral ground (one-leg).
- Extra time was held under golden goal rule.
| November 16, 1997 21:00 UTC+8 |
Iran | 2 – 3 (a.e.t.) | Japan | Larkin Stadium, Johor Bahru, Malaysia Attendance: 22,000 Referee: Manuel Diaz Vega (Spain) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Azizi 46' Daei 58' |
report (FIFA) report (Japanese) |
Nakayama 39' Jo 75' Okano 118' |
Japan qualified. Iran advanced to the AFC / OFC Intercontinental Play-off.
Read more about this topic: 1998 FIFA World Cup Qualification (AFC)