‘Absolutely deflated’: Wales fans winded by heavy World Cup blow

In valleys town of Treorchy, there is disappointment at defeat by Iran but hope that England can be beaten

They consider themselves pretty hardy in the south Wales valleys town of Treorchy, but there were tears in the eyes of grown men and women as their country's first World Cup finals adventure for 64 years was dealt the heaviest of blows.

Graham Jones, 76, struggled to find the words to describe his mood after watching the game against Iran in the Lion pub. Absolutely deflated ... devastated," was his best attempt.