Defensive concerns cloud Iran’s World Cup preparations
TEHRAN – Iran’s road to the 2026 FIFA World Cup continues to be accompanied by a growing concern: the national team’s fragile...
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Pezeshkian presented with Iran No. 12 shirt
TEHRAN – Iran President Masoud Pezeshkian was presented with the No. 12 jersey of the Iran national football team during a vis...
A favorable road for Iran? Team Melli eye long-awaited Asian Cup glory
TEHRAN – Iran football team appear to have received one of the most favorable draws for the 2027 AFC Asian Cup, raising hopes that T...
Iran federation wants clarity over visas before World Cup
Iran, who currently hold camp in Antalya, Turkey, defeated Gambia 3-1 on Friday in a friendly match. Mehdi Mohammadnabi, first vice...
Iran set to meet Puerto Rico in U.S. in friendly
TEHRAN – The Iranian national football team are scheduled to play Puerto Rico as part of preparation for the 2026 FIFA World C...
Iran’s Natl. Soccer Team defeat Gambia in friendly
Gambia captain Omar Colly was on target for the African side in 42nd minute but Team Melli showcased their superiority in the second...
Iran beat Gambia in friendly
TEHRAN – Team Melli signaled their World Cup intent on Friday, overcoming a halftime deficit to dismantle Gambia 3-1 in a high-octan...
Iran skipper Jahanbakhsh struggles for fitness ahead of World Cup
TEHRAN – The Iranian national team face a race against time as captain Alireza Jahanbakhsh continues to struggle with an injur...
2026 World Cup: Iran move camp to Mexico
TEHRAN – Iran’s national team unexpectedly altered their plans for the 2026 World Cup and decided to move their base camp to M...
World Cup 2026: Mexico agrees to host Iran at World Cup
Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum has agreed to allow Iran to be based in the country during the World Cup, claiming the Un...