Iran and Egypt ended a 1‑1 draw in the tournament's Group C at the World Cup in the United States on Friday.
Midfielder Ramin Rezaeian netted Iran’s equaliser and secured the result.
His effort was called a historic moment by Iranian media.
Reporters said his performance was so dazzling they could hardly put into words it.
The match ensured Iran stayed in the race in the group, while Egypt stayed unchanged in the competition.
Rezaeian’s display attracted compliments across sports outlets.
Fans in Tehran cheered his goal on social media.
The draw places both sides in a tight spot in the final group game.