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2026-02-22 13:21

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.

Uruguay presents football shirts to Iran in gesture of sporting friendship

2026-02-18 18:29

Photo: Mahnaz Abdi, Soheil Saadatmandi

Uruguay presents football shirts to Iran in gesture of sporting friendship

TEHRAN – The Embassy of Uruguay in Tehran hosted a ceremony on Tuesday (February 17), presenting shirts from the Uruguayan national team and two major clubs—Nacional and Peñarol—to Iranian football officials. The event welcomed representatives from Iran's Ministries of Foreign Affairs, Sports, and Culture, alongside the Football Federation and foreign ambassadors. Ambassador Beraldo Roque Nicola emphasized football's power to unite nations, particularly in challenging times.

2026-02-16 14:41

We are not waiting for a miracle: Marzieh Jafari

TEHRAN – Iran women’s national football team head coach Marzieh Jafari says her side face a tough challenge at the upcoming AFC Women's Asian Cup, but insists they are determined to give their best and will not rely on miracles.

2026-02-15 12:18

Iran volleyball team invited to Russia

TEHRAN – The Russian Volleyball Federation has officially invited the Iran men’s national team for friendly matches.

2026-02-14 14:43

Iran at 2026 Asian Games: ambition on Asia’s biggest stage

TEHRAN - The 20th Asian Games, officially the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games, will take place from 19 Sept. to 4 Oct. 2026 across the cities of Aichi Prefecture and Nagoya in Japan. This multi-sport continental event, organized under the Olympic Council of Asia, brings together athletes from across Asia in a celebration of elite sportsmanship and national pride.

2026-02-09 17:49

Iran handball sets sights on future goals, Pakdel says

TEHRAN – Alireza Pakdel, head of Iran handball federation, is prioritizing long-term development over short-term results.

2026-01-22 17:58

Remembering Sirous Ghayeghran: A gentle legend of Iranian football

TEHRAN - Sirous Ghayeghran’s anniversary arrives like a quiet tide rolling back to shore. Born in 1962 in Bandar Anzali, he grew up with the harbor’s rhythm guiding his feet and the sea’s patience teaching him restraint.

2025-12-13 11:57

By Farrokh Hesabi

Iran handed a favorable Group at 2026 World Cup, expert says

TEHRAN - Following the draw for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Iran found themselves placed in Group G alongside Belgium, Egypt, and New Zealand, an outcome that former national team coach Homayoun Shahrokhi described as exceptionally favorable.

2025-12-09 12:41

Iran line up Portugal for 2026 World Cup prep

TEHRAN - The president of the Football Federation Islamic Republic of Iran (FFIRI), Mehdi Taj, has announced that Iran national football team — “Team Melli” — are close to finalizing a high-profile warm-up friendly against Portugal national football team on May 27.

2025-12-07 11:37

Iran to play 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage on U.S. soil

TEHRAN – Iran national football team will play their group stage matches of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Los Angeles and Seattle.

2025-11-22 10:06

Iran finish third at 2025 Islamic Solidarity Games

TEHRAN – Iran ended their journey at the sixth edition of the Islamic Solidarity Games (ISG), finishing in third place.

2025-11-20 21:50

Iran’s women’s handball collect bronze: 2025 Riyadh

TEHRAN – Iran’s women’s handball team defeated Uzbekistan 29-25 in the 2025 Islamic Solidarity Games (ISG) on Thursday.

2025-11-16 13:55

2025 IFCPF Asia-Oceania Cup: Iran start on high

TEHRAN – Iran started strong in their title defense at the 2025 IFCPF Men's Asia-Oceania Cup on Sunday.

2025-11-13 22:01

Iran’s men’s volleyball win gold: 2025 Riyadh

TEHRAN – Iran’s men’s volleyball team defeated Turkey 3-1 (25-20, 25-20, 17-25, 25-17) at the 2025 Islamic Solidarity Games (ISG) final on Thursday.

2025-11-13 21:49

Reporting by Masoud Hossein

Iran defeat Cape Verde at Al Ain International Cup

TEHRAN – Iran defeated Cape Verde 5-4 in penalty shootouts at their opening match of the Al Ain International Cup Thursday night.

2025-11-13 17:21

Iran’s men into 2025 IWBF Asia Oceania Championships SFs

TEHRAN – Iran’s men’s wheelchair basketball team defeated China 69-35 on Thursday at the 2025 IWBF Asia Oceania Championships and advanced to the semifinals.

2025-10-18 16:30

Iran remain unchanged in FIFA World Ranking

TEHRAN – Iran national football team remained 21st in the latest FIFA World Ranking issued on Friday.

2025-10-14 20:27

Iran defeat Tanzania in friendly

TEHRAN – Iran's national football team defeated Tanzania 2-0 in a friendly at Rashid Stadium in Dubai on Tuesday.

2025-10-12 13:49

Iran to play Iraq at neutral venue in 2027 FIBA World Cup qualifiers

TEHRAN – Iran’s national basketball team will face Iraq in the 2027 FIBA Basketball World Cup qualification (Asia) at a neutral venue.

2025-10-10 22:34

By Masoud Hossein

Russia beat Iran in friendly

TEHRAN – Russia football team defeated Iran 2-1 in a friendly match held at the Volgograd Arena Friday night.

2025-10-05 16:18

Women’s volleyball team crowned champions of 2025 CAVA

TEHRAN – Iran’s women’s volleyball team swept past Uzbekistan in straight sets (25-14, 25-14, 25-19) at the 2025 Central Asian Volleyball Association (CAVA) Women’s Volleyball Challenge Cup on Sunday to win the title for the first time in the history.

2025-09-24 18:15

Iran learn fate at 2025 IBSA Goalball Asia /Pacific Championships

TEHRAN – Iran discovered their fate at the 2025 IBSA Goalball Asia /Pacific Championships to be held in Islamabad, Pakistan.

2025-09-24 12:21

Iran to play Poland at 2025 IBSA Blind Football Nations Cup opener

TEHRAN – Iran will begin the 2025 IBSA Blind Football Nations Cup with a match against Poland on Thursday.

2025-09-21 23:44

Iran march into 2025 Asian Men’s U17 Handball Championship semifinals

TEHRAN – Iran defeated Qatar 46-25 at the 1st Asian Men’s U17 Handball Championship on Saturday.

2025-09-18 16:59

Iran drop FIFA ranking

TEHRAN – Iran national football team dropped one place to 21st in the latest FIFA Men’s World Ranking released on Thursday.

2025-09-10 15:25

Iran volleyball earn two wins ahead of 2025 world championship

TEHRAN – Iran volleyball team defeated Slovenia 3-1 (34-32, 25-23, 25-23, 24-26) and Germany 3-2 (25-20, 20-25, 25-23, 24-26, 15-12) in two friendly matches.

2025-09-08 21:02

10-man Iran runners-up at 2025 CAFA Nations Cup

TEHRAN – Iran conceded a late goal to Uzbekistan in the final match of the 2025 CAFA Nations Cup on Monday.

2025-09-02 16:04

Iran lose to Japan at FIBA U16 Asia Cup 2025

TEHRAN - Jack Shiratani and Zen Hawkins starred as Japan trounced Iran 86-67 to book the first ticket to the FIBA U16 Asia Cup 2025 Quarter-Finals, Tuesday at the MBank Arena.