Iran says staff blocked from entering US after players given World Cup visas
Iran has accused the US of denying visas to “integral” members of its national football team’s backroom staff, hou...
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Iran, Egypt set for high-stakes in Group G: 2026 World Cup
TEHRAN – Iran and Egypt meet in one of the most significant Group G fixtures of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with both nations sti...
Iran beat Germany at 2026 VNL
TEHRAN – Iran defeated Germany 3-2 (25-22, 26-28, 18-25, 25-20, 15-12) in Week 3 of the 2026 Volleyball Nations League (VNL) o...
Iran wraps up 2026 VNL on a disappointing note
Turkey claimed the match 17-25, 25-22, 25-16, 25-19 to finish their preliminary campaign on a high. Opposite hitter Adis Lagumdzija...
Belgium v Iran Group G: Alireza Beiranvand’s saves keeps Iran’s World Cup hopes alive
Goalkeeper Alireza Beiranvand made a string of impressive saves to keep alive Iran’s hopes of reaching the World Cup knockout...
World Cup 2026: White House ‘in discussions’ over Iran travel restrictions
The White House is considering changing the strict travel restrictions Iran are facing at the 2026 World Cup. Iran are allowed to fl...
Letter from Mideast: A shared Arab dream
From Cairo to Rabat, millions across the region followed Egypt and Morocco as they carried Arab hopes deep into the knockout stages...
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...
Iran face tough Week in 2026 Volleyball Nations League
TEHRAN – Iran are set for a decisive week in the 2026 FIVB Volleyball Nations League (VNL) as Team Melli begin Week 3 with a m...
Ghalenoei rues Iran’s troubled preparation for 2026 World Cup
TEHRAN – Iran head coach Amir Ghalenoei has accepted full responsibility for Team Melli’s disappointing 2026 FIFA World Cup ca...