Iranians snatch victory in Kazakhstan, Russians force Ireland to surrender (PHOTOS, VIDEO) © EuroFootball.com

On Friday, the 2014 World Cup qualifying matches started in Europe.

In Group C, the Irish defeated Kazakhstan 2-1 in an incredible way as R.Keane and K. Doyle scored goals in the 89th (from a penalty kick) and 90th minutes.

In Group F, the Russian national team did not disappoint with the debut of their new coach Fabio Capello and won 2-0 at home against Northern Ireland.

Italian F.Capello successfully debuted as the coach of the Russian national team (AP photo).

Israel had taken the lead in Azerbaijan, but the match ended in a 1-1 draw.