MANILA, Philippines — Iran coach Roberto Piazza apologized in advance to host Alas Pilipinas ahead of their important duel on Thursday at Mall of Asia Arena. Iran turned to the tandem of Poriya Khanzadeh and Morteza Sharifi to stay in contention in Pool A after turning back Tunisia, 23-25, 25-20, 25-23, 25-16, on Tuesday, tying
