TEHRAN - Amir Ghalenoei’s contract as head coach of the Iran national football team has been extended through the 2027 AFC Asian Cup.

Iran have been drawn in Group C alongside China, Syria and Kyrgyzstan as they prepare for the continental tournament.

The Football Federation of Iran’s spokesperson also revealed that the national team will most likely hold a 12-day training camp in Doha, Qatar, ahead of the Asian Cup. The camp is expected to be part of Iran’s final preparations for the competition.

The 2027 AFC Asian Cup will be held in Saudi Arabia from Jan. 7 to Feb. 5, with matches scheduled across three cities.

Iran are among the most successful teams in Asian Cup history, having won the tournament three times, in 1968, 1972 and 1976. Ghalenoei will now look to guide the team to another deep run and challenge for a fourth continental title.