CARLOS PUTS BOOT IN

IRAN coach Carlos Queiroz has demanded an apology from Nike over their refusal to supply boots to his squad.

Nike say they are unable to provide boots because of sanctions imposed on Iran by the US government.

But Queiroz, whose side face Morocco in their World Cup opener tomorrow, criticised Nike and called for FIFA to intervene.

Queiroz (right) said: “They should come out and apologise because this arrogant conduct against 23 boys is absolutely ridiculous and unnecessary.

“We are only managers and footballers, and should not get involved in such matters.

“But we are asking FIFA to help us with this.”