Iran’s top flight begins with strong starts for the title contenders
TEHRAN – The 2026/27 season of Iran’s Persian Gulf Professional League (PGPL)has begun with an immediate reminder of the compe...
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Olympic champion Tavakoli appointed Esteghlal weightlifting coach
TEHRAN – Olympic gold medal winner Hossein Tavakoli has been appointed head coach of Esteghlal’s weightlifting team after sign...
Tractor appoint Javad Nekounam as new head coach
TEHRAN – Tractor football club have announced the departure of head coach Mohammad Rabiei and the appointment of Javad Nekouna...
Esteghlal in talks with Spanish goalie Adan over contract extension
TEHRAN – Esteghlal football club are reportedly in negotiations to bring back Spanish goalkeeper Antonio Adan, with the former Real...
Sardar Azmoun linked with Esteghlal
TEHRAN – Sardar Azmoun has emerged as the dream attacking target of Esteghlal head coach Sohrab Bakhtiarizadeh as the Blues co...
Spanish coach Joaquin Gil to join Esteghlal coaching staff
TEHRAN – Spanish coach Joaquin Gil is expected to travel to Iran by Sunday to join Esteghlal’s coaching staff. Gil has emerged...
Padovani praises Iran’s spirit at 2026 World Cup
TEHRAN — Former Esteghlal defender Leandro Padovani has praised Iran’s performance at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, saying Team Mel...
PGPL confirms 2026/27 fixture list: Date set for Tehran derby
TEHRAN – Iran Football League Organization has officially released the full fixture list for the 2026-27 Persian Gulf Pro League (PG...
Persepolis close in on signing Mohebbi
TEHRAN – Persepolis have reached a full verbal agreement to complete another key signing, with winger Mohammadmehdi Mohebbi se...
End of an era: Alishah bids farewell to Persepolis
TEHRAN – Every great club have players who become more than just footballers—they become symbols. For Persepolis, Omid Alishah...