Iran vs Russia: A tactical test that exposes gaps in creativity
TEHRAN – Iran’s 2–1 defeat to Russia should be seen less as a result and more as a tactical lesson. Facing a disciplined Europ...
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USA Shows Fight, Character in Comeback Tie vs. Ecuador: ‘That’s How We Want To Compete’
AUSTIN, Texas — At the very end of Mauricio Pochettino’s roller-coaster first year as coach of the U.S. men’s national team, the Ame...
Iran secure maiden win at 2025 IHF U17 World
TEHRAN – Iran registered their first win at the 1st IHF Men’s Under-17 World Championship on Tuesday. The young Team Melli defeated...
Esteghlal beat Aluminum top return to top of PGPL table
Jasir Asani opened the scoring for Esteghlal in the 17th minute and Munir El Haddadi made it 2-0 just before the break. The visiting...
2026 World Cup: Fifa yet to intervene on ‘Pride Match’ despite Egypt objection
The Egyptian FA said it had sent a formal letter to Fifa secretary-general Mattias Grafstrom, rejecting “in absolute termsR...
Colombia Star James Rodriguez Nearing MLS Move To Prep For 2026 World Cup
Former Real Madrid star James Rodriguez is reportedly close to agreeing a move to MLS outfit the Columbus Crew as he aims to remain...
Would Lionel Messi Winning 2026 World Cup Guarantee His 9th Ballon d’Or?
World Cup winner Kleberson, who once played alongside Cristiano Ronaldo at Manchester United and in MLS, has explained to GOAL how I...
Remembering Sirous Ghayeghran: A gentle legend of Iranian football
TEHRAN – Sirous Ghayeghran’s anniversary arrives like a quiet tide rolling back to shore. Born in 1962 in Bandar Anzali, he gr...
Iran held by England at 2025 IBSA Blind Football Nations Cup
TEHRAN – Iran and England shared the spoils in a 0-0 draw at the 2025 IBSA Blind Football Nations Cup on Friday. Iran, who had defea...
Russia beat Iran in friendly
TEHRAN – Russia football team defeated Iran 2-1 in a friendly match held at the Volgograd Arena Friday night. Dmitri Vorobyov receiv...