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Commentator breaks down after Syria edge closer to World Cup 2018

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A TV commentator who broke down in tears while celebrating Syria's priceless World Cup qualifying equaliser against Iran has gone viral, racking up more than one million views online.

When Omar Al Soma scored in the 93rd minute, earning Syria a 2-2 draw and a place in the Asian play-offs for Russia 2018, the commentator was overcome with emotion as he shouted excitedly for two minutes.

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