Homecoming: Iranian women players opt for return amidst speculation

TEHRAN - The saga surrounding the Iran's women football team took a significant turn as five players, who had initially opted not to return to Tehran from Australia, have now decided to come back. This decision follows an earlier announcement that seven players had chosen to remain in Australia, where Team Melli played three matches in Group A of the 2026 AFC Women's Asian Cup.

Iran likely to withdraw from 2026 FIFA World Cup

TEHRAN – FIFA will "monitor developments" in Iran following the outbreak of military action by the United States -- the co-hosts of this summer's men's World Cup -- against Iran, who have qualified for the tournament and is due to play their group games in the U.S.

Iran, South Korea to lock horns at AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026

TEHRAN - The respective head coaches of Korea Republic and Iran expressed confidence in their tournament preparations ahead of their opening AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026 clash at the Gold Coast Stadium on Monday, which will represent the first-ever meeting between the pair.

Iranian women carry the hopes of a generation

TEHRAN - As the 2026 AFC Women’s Asian Cup unfolds in Australia from March 1–21, few stories are as inspiring and hard-earned as that of Iran’s women’s national football team. For only the second time in its history, Iran have qualified for this premier continental tournament, a milestone that reflects both sporting progress and social resilience.

Iran lose to Jordan at FIBA World Cup Qualifiers 2026

TEHRAN - After threatening to break the FIBA World Cup Qualifiers all-time scoring record in Window 1 with a 42-point masterpiece, Harris was back at it again.

Iran to play friendly matches to prepare for 2026 Asian Beach Games

TEHRAN – Iran beach soccer coach Ali Naderi said on Friday Team Melli are going to play several friendly matches as part of preparation for the 2026 Asian Beach Games.

Özcan Bizati named Esteghlal coach

TEHRAN - Özcan Bizati arrived in Tehran Wednesday night and officially signed his contract to work as assistant coach of the Sohrab Bakhtiarizadeh at Esteghlal.

Iran’s fixtures at 2027 FIBA Basketball World Cup Asian Qualifiers announced

TEHRAN - The Iran men's national basketball team will begin their campaign in the second window of the 2027 FIBA Basketball World Cup Asian Qualifiers on Friday, facing Jordan men's national basketball team.

Tractor beat Gol Gohar in 2025/26 PGPL

TEHRAN - Tractor football team defeated Gol Gohar Sirjan 1-0 in Matchweek 22 of the 2025/26 Persian Gulf Pro League (PGPL) on Thursday night.

Antonio Manicone parts ways with Iran football team

TEHRAN - Italian coach Antonio Manicone has ended his cooperation with the Iran national football team.

Crisis in Red: Persepolis’ title dream slipping away in 2025/26

TEHRAN - Persepolis football team entered the 2025/26 Persian Gulf Pro League season as clear favorites, widely tipped to reclaim domestic dominance and reinforce their status as Iran’s most decorated club. But as the campaign has unfolded, the Reds have found themselves battling inconsistency, pressure, and internal tension instead of lifting silverware.

Iran to partake at 2026 Blind Football Asian Championship Division 1

TEHRAN – Iran’s blind football team will participate at the 2026 IBSA Men´s Blind Football Asian Championship Division 1.

Iran to compete at China international U23 tournament

TEHRAN - The Chinese Football Association (CFA) has confirmed the four participating teams for the CFA Team China International U23 Tournament 2026, scheduled to take place from March 25 to 31 in Xi'an, China.

Iran to play Puerto Rico in friendly, official says

TEHRAN - Iran’s national team will play a friendly match in the lead-up to the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Iran depart for AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026 showdown

TEHRAN – The Iran women's national football team departed Tuesday morning to compete in the AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026, set to take place in Australia.

Sepahan defeat Esteghlal Khuzestan: 2025/26 PGPL

TEHRAN – Sepahan football team defeated Esteghlal Khuzestan 3-1 in Matchweek 21 of the 2025/26 Persian Gulf Professional League (PGPL) on Monday night.

Iran ready for 2026 AFC Women’s Asian Cup: Jafari

TEHRAN – Marzieh Jafari, head coach of Iran’s women’s national football team, says Team Melli Banovan are well prepared for the 2026 AFC Women’s Asian Cup, which will be held in Australia.

Persepolis extend Osmar Vieira deal

TEHRAN – Persepolis football club have extended the contract of head coach Osmar Loss despite criticism of the team’s recent performances.

Esteghlal beat Mes to move top of 2025/26 PGPL

TEHRAN - Esteghlal football team edged past rock-bottom Mes 1-0 in Rafsanjan Sunday night to move top of the 2025/26 Iran’s Persian Gulf Professional League (PGPL).

Iran basketball team beat Qatar in friendly match

TEHRAN- Iran’s national basketball team defeated Qatar 71-58 in a friendly match during a training camp in Qatar.

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Iran’s Saveh Shemshaki satisfied with her performance at 2026 Winter Olympics

TEHRAN – Sadaf Saveh Shemshaki of Iran is pleased with her performance at the 2026 Winter Olympic Games.

Iranian Paralympic athletes honored

TEHRAN - Masoud Pezeshkian, President of Iran, honored 489 Paralympic and Deaflympic athletes during a ceremony held on Saturday in Tehran’s Summit Hall.

Sohrab Bakhtiarizadeh shortlisted to lead Esteghlal

TEHRAN - Sohrab Bakhtiarizadeh has emerged as a leading candidate to replace Ricardo Sá Pinto at Esteghlal, as the club weighs their options for the future.

Shock exit: Esteghlal part ways with Sa Pinto

TEHRAN - Esteghlal have parted company with Portuguese coach Ricardo Sa Pinto in a surprise move, despite previously announcing plans to continue their cooperation.

Persepolis suffer third successive defeat at 2025/26 PGPL

TEHRAN – Persepolis football team suffered their third successive defeat in the 2025/26 Persian Gulf Pro League (PGPL) after a 2-1 loss to Kheybar Khorramabad on Friday in Tehran.

Iran to compete at 2026 Muhamet Malo

TEHRAN – Iran will send a skilled, credentialed roster of 12 athletes—three in men’s freestyle, nine in Greco-Roman—to the 2026 Muhamet Malo tournament in Tirana, Albania.

Ricardo Sa Pinto to remain Esteghlal coach

TEHRAN - Esteghlal football club have decided to continue their cooperation with Portuguese head coach Ricardo Sa Pinto despite recent speculation about his future.

Manolopoulos extends deal with Iran basketball until 2028

TEHRAN - Sotiris Manolopoulos has officially extended his contract with the Iran Basketball Federation through 2028, reinforcing a partnership that has steadily grown stronger over the past two years.