Sanctioning Iran’s foreign minister is futile: FT

TEHRAN - In a commentary on Tuesday, the Financial Times criticized the U.S. sanctions against Mohammad Javad Zarif, Iran’s foreign minister, saying the Trump administration has “probably blocked the best path back to mediation” by sanctioning Zarif who is “considered by his peers as one of the canniest diplomats around.”

Tehran, Abu Dhabi sign MOU on maritime security cooperation

TEHRAN – The United Arab Emirates and Iran on Thursday signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to enhance maritime border security cooperation.

Advisor warns trio of KSA, UAE, Bahrain about risking security in region

TEHRAN (FNA) - Advisor to the Iranian Parliament Speaker Hossein Amir Abdollahian slammed Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Bahrain for allowing their lands be used as a platform for the U.S. military to spy on other countries of the region, and warned them against playing with regional security and stability.

Next Iran coach to be introduced soon, Taj says

TEHRAN – The new head coach of Iran national football team will be introduced by the end of the week, Football Federation Islamic Republic of Iran (FFIRI) president Mehdi Taj says.

Dick Advocaat linked with Iran job: report

TEHRAN - Veteran Dutch coach Dick Advocaat is the latest big name to be linked with the Iran job.

Ex-Iran coach Carlos Queiroz fires back at his critics

TEHRAN – Former Iran coach Carlos Queiroz has fired back at his critics with the message: "I don't care what they think about me."

Branko Ivankovic proud of Persepolis

TEHRAN – Persepolis coach Branko Ivankovic says he is proud of his team for what they have done in the last four years.

Karim Ansarifard feels ‘good pressure' to score goals

TEHRAN – Iranian international forward Karim Ansarifard admits the pressure is on to find the back of the net for Nottingham Forest.

Vincenzo Montella turns down Iran’s job offer

TEHRAN – Italian coach Vincenzo Montella, who had been linked with a move to Iran, has reportedly turned down the job offer.

Carlos Queiroz appointed as Colombia coach

TEHRAN – Former Iran coach Carlos Queiroz has been appointed as new head coach of Colombia football team on Thursday.

Sardar Azmoun accuses Iran football federation of lying

TEHRAN – Iran national team striker Sardar Azmoun has accused Iran football federation of telling lies about the 2019 AFC Asian Cup’s preparation.

Iran captain Masoud Shojaei not 'thinking of retirement'

TEHRAN – Iran national football team captain Masoud Shojaei is not going to retire from international duty.

By Masoud Hossein

Iran has much to learn from Qatar football

TEHRAN – Qatar football team, headed by Felix Sanchez, lifted the AFC Asian Cup for the first time in their history, and the triumph was a far cry from everyone’s expectation.

Zenit St. Petersburg sign Sardar Azmoun

TEHRAN - Russian top-flight football team Zenit St. Petersburg completed the signing of Iranian forward Sardar Azmoun.

Qatar crowned AFC Asian Cup champions

Almoez Ali scored a spectacular overhead kick for a record ninth goal of the tournament to set Qatar on their way to a first Asian Cup triumph with a stunning 3-1 win over four-times champions Japan on Friday.

Qatar’s Almoez Ali breaks Ali Daei’s record in Asian Cup

TEHRAN – Qatar football team striker Almoez Ali scored a record-breaking early goal in the match against Japan in the final match of the 2019 AFC Asian Cup.

Branko Ivankovic speaks out over Iran link

TEHRAN – Persepolis coach Branko Ivankovic has given his first interview about Iran national football team since Team Melli failed to reach the 2019 AFC Asian Cup.

Sardar Azmoun close to joining Wolves: report

TEHRAN – Iran football team striker Sardar Azmoun is reportedly on the verge of joining Wolverhampton Wanderers.

Carlos Queiroz leaves Iran after eight years

TEHRAN – Carlos Queiroz left Tehran for Lisbon Thursday morning after the Football Federation Islamic Republic of Iran (FFIRI) didn’t extend his contract.

Ravshan Irmatov to officiate Asian Cup final

TEHRAN – Ravshan Irmatov of Uzbekistan has been chosen to officiate the AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019 final.

Asian Cup: Qatari Almoez Ali draws level with Iran’s Ali Daei

TEHRAN – Qatar football forward Almoez Ali joined Iranian legendary striker Ali Daei who holds the record for the most goals in a single Asian Cup.

Carlos Queiroz quits as Iran coach

TEHRAN - Carlos Queiroz announced his resignation as head coach of Iran national football team after Team Melli failed to reach the 2019 AFC Asian Cup.

Strong Iran left empty-handed in Asian Cup

TEHRAN – Iran’s dream of making it to their first AFC Asian Cup final after 43 years was over as Team Melli lost to Japan 3-0 in the competition’s semi-final on Monday.

My players must trust themselves against Japan: Carlos Queiroz

Carlos Queiroz has told his players to trust themselves and in his methods as Iran prepare to face Japan in the first semi-final of the AFC Asian Cup UAE 2019 on Monday at Al Ain’s Hazza bin Zayed Stadium.

Carlos Queiroz to mark 100th match as Iran coach

TEHRAN - Carlos Queiroz will mark his 100th match as head coach of Iran national football team in the game against Japan.

The best is yet to come: Karim Ansarifard

TEHRAN – Iran national football team striker Karim Ansarifard lauded Team Melli for impressive run in the 2019 AFC Asian Cup but said that the best is yet to come.

Australian ref Chris Beath appointed for Iran vs Japan match

TEHRAN – Australian referee Christopher James Beath will referee Iran’s clash with Japan in the 2019 AFC Asian Cup semifinals, the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Referees Committee confirmed.

We just focus on Japan match: Sardar Azmoun

TEHRAN – Iran national football team forward Sardar Azmoun says the match against China is finished and from now on they just focus on Japan contest.

Iran down China to seal Asian Cup semis berth

TEHRAN – Iran national football team defeated China 3-0 in the 2019 AFC Asian Cup quarter-final on Thursday.

Team Melli capable of beating China: Mustafa Denizli

TEHRAN – Former Persepolis coach Mustafa Denizli believes that Iran national football team are capable of defeating China.