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 injury sustained during his match against La Louviere.

Iran learn fate in AFC U20 Asian Cup 2027 qualifiers

TEHRAN - The AFC U20 Asian Cup China 2027 Qualifiers are set to be a scintillating affair following the Official Draw at the AFC House in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on Thursday.

Iran into CAVA final

Iran's women's volleyball team booked their place at the final of the Central Asian Volleyball Association (CAVA) on Thursday.

Iran volleyball team depart for Turkey on Saturday

TEHRAN - The Iranian men's national volleyball team will fly to Turkey on Saturday ahead of the 2026 Volleyball Nations League (VNL) campaign.

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 visit to the team’s training camp ahead of the country’s 2026 World Cup campaign.

Mourinho: Iran deserve World Cup place

TEHRAN – Portuguese well-known coach José Mourinho insists Iran national football team deserve to play at the 2026 World Cup.

Iran determined to do something epic: Ghalenoei

TEHRAN – Iran football team head coach Amir Ghalenoei says that they are going to do something epic in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Iran placed in Pot 1 of 2027 AFC Asian Cup

TEHRAN – Iran national football team have been placed in Pot 1 of the 2027 AFC Asian Cup, which will be the 19th edition of the tournament and is set to be hosted by Saudi Arabia.

2027 World Cup Qualifiers: Iran basketball team fixtures confirmed

TEHRAN - FIBA has announced the schedule for Iran’s national team in the 2027 FIBA World Cup Qualifiers.

Iran gear up for World Cup with friendly against North Macedonia

TEHRAN – As the countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup intensifies, the Iranian national team are sharpening their tools for the global stage. Amirmehdi Alavi, the official spokesman for the Football Federation of Iran, confirmed on Saturday that Team Melli will face a formidable test in Turkey, squaring off against the resilient North Macedonia in a high-profile friendly.

Golnoosh Khosravi reflects on Asian Cup journey

TEHRAN - Iran’s national women’s football team winger, Golnoosh Khosravi, has opened up about the squad’s 2026 AFC Women’s Asian Cup campaign, revealing that a World Cup berth was within reach had circumstances aligned differently.

Women’s futsal team prepare for AFC Asian Cup 2027

TEHRAN - The Iranian women’s futsal national team are gearing up for Saudi AFC Asian Cup 2027, set to take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

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 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 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.

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.

Iran volleyball team invited to Russia

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

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.