Dutch legend Seedorf appointed as Esteghlal’s CEO advisor
TEHRAN – Dutch legend Clarence Seedorf was named as an advisor to the CEO in Iranian football club Esteghlal. The renowned figure in...
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Firouz Karimi in Esteghlal hotseat in Tehran derby
TEHRAN – Veteran coach Firouz Karimi will take charge of the Esteghlal football team for the upcoming Tehran derby, scheduled for Th...
Mohammad Mohammadi appointed Foolad general manager
TEHRAN – Former Persepolis and Esteghlal goalkeeper Mohammad Mohammadi has been appointed as Foolad football club general manager. H...
Esteghlal held by struggling Havadar: PGPL
TEHRAN – Esteghlal and Havadar football teams shared the spoils in a 2-2 draw in the 2024/25 Iran’s Persian Gulf Professional League...
The Missing Piece: Why Iran football still lacks world-class training camps
TEHRAN – As Iranian Persian League Pro League (PLPG) clubs gear up for the new season, a familiar trend continues to dominate...
Tractor to play Esteghlal in 2025-26 IPL opener
The draw ceremony for the new season was held on Sunday. A total of 16 teams will participate in the new season. Fajr Sepasi and Pay...
Date for 2025/26 PGPL season confirmed
TEHRAN – The 2025/26 Iran’s Persian Gulf Professional League (PGPL) season date has been confirmed, with the opening match round sta...
Persepolis escape loss in 2025/26 PGPL opener
TEHRAN – Ali Alipour scored an equalizer deep into the added time to help Persepolis escape loss in their opening match in the 2025/...
Uncertain times for Tehran giants
TEHRAN – As the 2025/26 Persian Gulf Pro League (PGPL) season approaches, Iran’s football powerhouses — Persepolis and Esteghl...
Sepahan turn focus on AFC Champions League Two
TEHRAN – Sepahan’s quest for a spot in the prestigious AFC Champions League Elite came to a disappointing end for the second c...