Sardar Azmoun handed international lifeline as Iran recall star striker for upcoming friendlies
Sardar Azmoun has been recalled to the Iran squad by Amir Ghalenoei for friendlies against Uzbekistan and Russia after his World Cup omission.
Iran recalls star Azmoun after World Cup omission
Iran's star striker Sardar Azmoun was recalled to the national team Monday, four months after being controversially left out of the World Cup roster.
A secret promise and a well-crafted scenario: behind the scenes of the Mohamed El Shenawy and Hossam Hassan crisis
The injury was not the only reason behind the discontent felt by Mohamed El Shenawy, Al Ahly's goalkeeper, towards Hossam Hassan, the manager of...
AFCON 2027 Qualifiers: Carlos Queiroz urges Ghana to match Africa's elite ahead of Ivory Coast and Gambia clashes
Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz has challenged the Black Stars to embrace the standards set by Africa's leading football nations as they prepare to...
Morocco face Ghana with chance to end Carlos Queirozâs unbeaten record against Atlas Lions
Morocco will face Ghana in an international friendly on October 4, with the Atlas Lions seeking their first victory over a national team coached by...
Iranian football returns in the shadow of war and with row over last league title
Prolonged league suspension due to war and falling behind Saudi spending power are weakening the sport in IranJust three months ago, Iran was one...
Group B: Golgohar Sirjan FC (IRN) 0-0 Al Jazira FSC (UAE)
Hisor: AFC Champions League Two™ newcomers Golgohar Sirjan from the Islamic Republic of Iran held Al Jazira of the United Arab Emirates to a 0-0...
Central & South Asia Wrap: Tractor lose steam; Muras close in on Issyk-Kul
Tehran: Tractor FC fell to their first defeat in the Iran Pro League after a six-match unbeaten start, with Esteghlal FC nipping at their heels.
VIDEO: The world's most dangerous throw-in? Nader Mohammadi produces ANOTHER stunning flip-assist in Russian Cup clash
Iranian defender Nader Mohammadi registered another acrobatic throw-in assist during Spartak Kostroma's Russian Cup victory.
Iranian women footballers speak out on national anthem protest after claiming asylum in Australia
Atefeh Ramezanisadeh and Fatemeh Pasandideh claimed asylum in Australia following the national anthem protest at the Women's Asian Cup
Central & South Asia Wrap: Tractor in fine form; Nasaf stun Fergana
Tehran: Tractor FC's quest for a second Iran Pro League title gained traction as the defending champions stretched their unbeaten start to six...
Qualifiers - Group C: DPR Korea 4-0 Palestine; IR Iran 3-1 Vietnam
Viet Tri: Three goals in six second half minutes ensured DPR Korea sealed a 4-0 win over Palestine on Sunday as O Thae Song's side finished top of...
Iranian footballers who defected to Australia say they haven't spoken to their team since out of a fear of reprisals - and reveal the man whose become like a 'second father' to them
Atefeh Ramezanisadeh and Fatemeh Pasandideh sought asylum in Australia after protesting at a Gold Coast soccer match in March.
‘The noise was unbelievable': the referee's view of Mexico v England at the World Cup
England's manager Thomas Tuchel called the officiating ‘just not good enough' in the fiery last-16 tie. Now Alireza Faghani gives his version of...
Qualifiers - Group C: DPR Korea 2-1 IR Iran; Palestine 2-1 Vietnam
Viet Tri: Stoppage time goals from Kang Wi Song and Kang Myong Bom saw DPR Korea claim a 2-1 win over the Islamic Republic of Iran in Viet Tri on...
Qualifiers - Group C: DPR Korea 2-1 IR Iran
Viet Tri: Stoppage time goals from Kang Wi Song and Kang Myong Bom saw DPR Korea claim a dramatic 2-1 win over the Islamic Republic of Iran in Viet...
VIDEO: Better than Rory Delap? Iranian star Nader Mohammadi produces another incredible acrobatic flip-throw assist
Spartak Kostroma defender Nader Mohammadi produced an incredible flip-throw assist to seal a 1-0 win over Rotor Volgograd.
Qualifiers - Group C: IR Iran 2-1 Palestine; Vietnam 0-3 DPR Korea
Viet Tri: Islamic Republic of Iran and DPR Korea produced scintillating football in the second half as they kicked off their AFC U20 Asian Cup...
Qualifiers - Group C: IR Iran 2-1 Palestine
Viet Tri: Islamic Republic of Iran turned on the power in the second half to defeat Palestine 2-1 in their AFC U20 Asian Cup China 2027™ Qualifiers...
Central & South Asia Wrap: Tractor power on; Paro pull further ahead
Bishkek: Tractor FC remained unbeaten after four matches as the defending champions stamped their mark on the newly-started Iran Pro League.
Who are UCL debutants, Arsenal/Barcelona opponents Sabah FK?
Sabah, a club near the Iranian border that didn't exist a decade ago, is in this season's Champions League.
Central & South Asia Wrap: IR Iran welcomes new season; East Bengal clinch Durand Cup
Tehran: The Iran Pro League returned to action with its 2026/27 season following the suspension of the 2025/26 edition in February, with the league...
REVEALED: GFA, Sports Ministry rejected Carlos Queiroz's $150,000 monthly salary demand to extend stay as Black Stars coach
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has already started the process to hire a new head coach of the Black Stars. This is due to Carlos Queiroz's...
Oil prices rise and gold hits two-month high after Trump makes new deal demands on Iran – business live
US president demands compensation for damage incurred by US, complicating standoff with TehranConsumer confidence hit its highest level in almost...
Europe Wrap: Dargahi makes impactful start
Kuala Lumpur: Islamic Republic of Iran striker Dennis Dargahi made a dazzling debut in Belgium, scoring twice for Standard Liege in a thrilling...
Featuring Iran and Jordan: Iraq plans a four-team tournament in preparation for the Asian Cup
The Iraqi Football Association intends to organise a friendly four-team tournament in the province of Basra, in the south of the country, during...
Two Iranian female footballers granted Australian citizenship after protest
Iran players stayed in country after Asian Cup in MarchDuo condemned as traitors in Iran for not singing anthemTwo former Iranian footballers said...
Iranian women footballers granted Australian citizenship after seeking asylum
The two female footballers sought asylum in Australia earlier this year and have now been granted citizenship
Newcastle's Saudi owners have 'lost their appetite' and it was 'intolerable' for Eddie Howe
Newcastle United's combined problems were too much for Eddie Howe to handle ahead of the 2026-27 campaign.That is according to former Manchester...
Gold Stars CEO Akwasi Adu calls for patience on Carlos Queiroz decision until AFCON qualifiers
Bibiani Gold Stars Chief Executive Officer Akwasi Adu believes the Ghana Football Association (GFA) should wait until after the 2027 Africa Cup of...
Asian Review: IR Iran
Kuala Lumpur: Islamic Republic of Iran may not have progressed past the group stage but the Central Asian side showed tremendous resolve throughout...
Seth Meyers on Trump at the World Cup: ‘They're going to have to sage the stadium'
The late-night host discussed the president getting booed at the World Cup final, his grudge against Spain and the spiralling Iran conflictOn...
Birmingham City transfers as James Beadle deal ends €5m talk and former Blue set for Iran move
The latest Birmingham City transfer news as two former Blues players are on the move
Swansea Join Race for Celtic-Linked World Cup Star
Celtic’s long-standing interest in Motherwell’s Elijah Just is facing fresh competition after Swansea City entered the race for his signature. The...
We saw signs of improvement â Samuel Brew-Butler backs Queiroz
Former Ghana Football Association (GFA) Chairman Samuel Brew-Butler believes Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz should be given more time to...
'I'm surprised' - Ex-refs chief re-analyses viral Axel Witsel footage from Belgium defeat to Spain
Axel Witsel of Belgium should have been sent off, or at least checked for a red card, against Spain at the 2026 World Cup.That is according to...
Iran reward Ghalenoei after inspired World Cup campaign with 2027 Asian Cup extension
Iran's football federation has extended coach Amir Ghalenoei's contract until the 2027 AFC Asian Cup. Ghalenoei will lead the team after a...
Aston Villa must sign 'monstrous' Nathan Ngoy as 'exceptional' World Cup stats emerge
Nathan Ngoy should be a target for Aston Villa this summer after he enjoyed a superb World Cup with Belgium.The Lille defender was brilliant again...
Iran receive heroes' welcome despite World Cup group stage exit
Iran's national football team received a warm welcome from supporters and government officials upon returning home after their 2026 FIFA World Cup...
'Dance with me': Iran takes swipe at Trump as Belgium ends US World Cup run
Belgium outplayed the hosts to book a place in the quarter-finals, with Charles De Ketelaere scoring twice and setting up another goal.
Iran mock USA's World Cup humiliation in statement aimed directly at Donald Trump
The United States were thrashed 4-1 by Belgium in the last 16 of the World Cup.
'The whole world is dancing!' - Iran rejoice after USMNT's World Cup exit
Iran has celebrated the USMNT's 4-1 World Cup loss to Belgium, insisting that "the whole world is dancing"
Iran celebrate USA's World Cup humiliation with instant statement aimed at Donald Trump
The United States were bowled out of the World Cup on Tuesday morning following a 4-1 rout from Belgium, with Iran claiming politics was defeated...
Did 'Trump Curse' cost America? USA mocked worldwide as Belgium dump them out of the World Cup - with a dance for the President and jibes from Iran and Turkey after he tried to bend the rules over red card
The United States have been dumped out of the World Cup, humiliated 4-1 by Belgium - and the gleeful reaction of the rest of the world.
What is the weather and temperature in Seattle today for USA vs Belgium at 2026 World Cup?
As the USMNT and Belgium prepare for their highly anticipated 2026 World Cup Round of 16 clash, all eyes are on the forecast in Seattle today,...
What is Australia’s FIFA ranking for 2026 World Cup Round of 32 vs Egypt?
Australia and Egypt meet in the 2026 World Cup Round of 32, separated by just a few FIFA ranking points after contrasting group-stage campaigns....
World Cup 2026: We will exploit the weakness of Colombia, says Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz
Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz believes there is no perfect team, stressing that his side will exploit Colombia's weaknesses.The two sides will...
Cristiano Ronaldo ties Lionel Messi with another World Cup penalty goal but both trail Harry Kane
With another penalty scored, Cristiano Ronaldo has tied Lionel Messi in a key stat, but both trail Harry Kane. Cristiano Ronaldo scored, which...
World Cup 2026: Carlos Queiroz ready to kick off 'real World Cup' against Colombia
Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has declared that the "real World Cup starts now" as his side prepare for Saturday's Round of 32 clash...
Immigrants like me have long known what World Cup tourists are just discovering: America is the land of opportunity... and even Iranian soccer fans admit it
The World Cup has succeeded in showcasing the glory of America in ways that headlines rarely manage
Leandro Trossard goes 'crazy' as Belgian media react to Arsenal star's display vs Senegal
Arsenal's Leandro Trossard was involved in some incredible World Cup scenes as Belgium completed the turnaround against Senegal.Sunderland star...
Sources: Celtic and Rangers face new Elijah Just transfer hurdles amid 'open race'
Celtic and Rangers are facing new hurdles in the race for Motherwell winger Elijah Just this summer, sources have told Football Insider.A strong...
America's treatment of Iranian team shames Fifa and Trump's fetid regime
Most football fans would agree, I'm sure, that the 2026 World Cup has, thus far, been a pleasure to watch
Joel Kojo joins Uzbekistan club FC Navbahor
FC Navbahor have completed the signing of Joel Kojo, adding an experienced Ghanaian-born forward to their squad ahead of the new campaign.The...
What’s the furthest Bosnia and Herzegovina has ever gone at a FIFA World Cup?
Bosnia and Herzegovina’s World Cup journey has reached a new milestone at the 2026 tournament, marking the nation’s strongest showing yet on the...
World Cup 2026: Egypt optimistic Mohamed Salah will be fit for Australia World Cup clash
Egypt are increasingly confident captain Mohamed Salah will recover in time for Friday's Round of 32 clash against Australia despite suffering a...
Pardoned Iranian nuclear negotiator sues FIFA over team's World Cup loss against Egypt
Exclusive: Lotfolah Kaveh Afrasiabi, who was part of a 2023 prisoner swap with Iran, told The Independent that he considers his $1 billion demand...
Why isn’t Edouard Mendy playing today for Senegal vs Belgium at the 2026 World Cup?
Senegal will face a massive uphill battle in today’s high-stakes 2026 World Cup Round of 32 clash against Belgium, as the Lions of Teranga will be...
Iran players fly home after being kicked out of US following World Cup elimination
The Iran World Cup squad is flying home after being eliminated from the World Cup 2026.
World Cup team finally head home after being kicked out of US following elimination
The Iran squad has travelled home after being eliminated from the World Cup
Iran World Cup team arrive home TODAY after being forced to leave US immediately after elimination
The Iran World Cup squad has travelled home after being knocked out of the World Cup 2026
Iran hits out at ‘lies and mistreatment' following US official's joy at team's exit
Iran responds to US homeland security secretary comments‘I was so happy when we said they could leave US soil'Iran's football federation has...
Iran claim World Cup treatment in US ‘undermined the sense of fairness'
Iran narrowly missed out on qualifying for the World Cup knockout stages
Donald Trump ally in US government ‘danced happy dance’ after Iran's World Cup exit
Iran were knocked out of the World Cup on Monday and US Homeland Security chief Markwayne Mullin made sure to savour the occasion.
Top U.S. official 'so happy' at Iran WC exit
U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin has said he is "so happy" that Iran are out of the World Cup.
Japan the example to follow but this has been a dismal World Cup for Asia
Iran were treated badly while two countries were debutants but Saudi Arabia and South Korea should have done betterFor a while, it looked as if...
US security chief sends cruel parting shot to Iran after World Cup exit
The United States' secretary of Homeland Security rubbed salt into the wound of Iran's national team following their agonising World Cup elimination
Iran criticise ‘petty' US security chief after he ‘danced a happy dance' over team's World Cup elimination
Markwayne Mullin, who heads the US Department of Homeland Security, says he revelled in Iran's elimination from the tournament
Top US government official ‘so happy' with Iran's World Cup elimination
Markwayne Mullin: ‘I might've sung a song or two'Iran knocked out after three group-stage drawsA top United States government official has said he...
US security chief "danced a happy dance" after Iran's World Cup elimination
The United States' head of homeland security Markwayne Mullin has admitted he was happy to see Iran knocked out the World Cup.
Our real World Cup starts against Colombia, says Ghana coach Carlos Queiroz
Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz has promised to address defensive weaknesses and sharpen Ghana’s attacking play ahead of their...
The World Cup's two competing realities: brilliant action and off-field injustices | Jonathan Wilson
All of the critiques of this tournament have proven valid and warranted, even as the action on the pitch has delighted us • Predict the winner |...
World Cup 2026: Egypt star Mohamed Salah a major doubt for Australia showdown
Egypt star Mohamed Salah is a major doubt for the2026 World Cup Round of 32 match against Australia due to muscle injury.The pacey winger and...
Iran Just Suffered the Biggest Blow of the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Iran went undefeated in the group stage at the 2026 FIFA men's World Cup, but they were the biggest losers of the group stage.
Iran leaves handwritten note for ‘peace’ amid exit
Team Melli’s challenging journey in the 2026 FIFA World Cup ended in disappointment after they managed three group stage draws, a 2-2 against New...
Iran releases statement after heartbreaking elimination thanks to insane Algeria-Austria draw
Team Melli’s challenging World Cup journey began with a tense 2-2 draw against New Zealand, prompting manager Amir Ghalenoei to strongly criticize...
Iran needed help to save their ‘disaster' World Cup. Instead they got more heartbreak
Team Melli's agonizing exit after other results failed to break their way is a moment of anguish that rises to the top of a football history full...
"A disaster World Cup" says Iran captain following treatment in US
Iran exited the competition after results did not go their way.
World Cup: Day 17 recap and Round of 32 Day 1 open thread
We did it, y’all. 48 teams, 72 matches, an expanded World Cup, constant non-stop football for 17 days, and we successfully made it through the...
World Cup 2026: Carlos Queiroz explains why Croatia defeat will make Ghana stronger
Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz believes Saturday's defeat to Croatia could prove beneficial as the Black Stars prepare for the knockout phase of...
World Cup Daily LIVE: Iran despair after late Aust...
The knockout stage has officially begun! The round of 32 at the 2026 World Cup begins with our first match being South Africa against co-hosts...
World Cup 2026: England win, Clarke quits Scotland and Iran denied at the last – live
⚽ All the latest news from as we reach the knockouts⚽ Player guide | Bracketology | Golden Boot | Mail usGood morning, good afternoon, good...
World Cup Breakfast: Cheeky Lionel Messi free-kick extends lead in race for Golden Boot, Iran cruelly dumped out by six-goal thriller and match highlights - as last-32 fixtures are confirmed
Welcome to Daily Mail Sport's World Cup Breakfast from day 18 at the tournament - your one-stop shop for everything you've missed overnight in...
Algeria and Austria's dramatic draw sends Iran out...
Austria and Algeria played to a thrilling 3-3 draw Saturday night in what amounted to a win-win result in their World Cup group-stage finale,...
Austria survive huge scare to progress with Algeria and knock Iran out
Super sub Sasa Kalajdzic saved Austria's World Cup with a last-gasp equaliser after Algeria had stunned their Group J rivals deep into stoppage...
Late drama sends Austria and Algeria into World Cup knockouts to break Iran hearts
Before a ball was kicked, the nicknames for this match were rampant. A biscotto was one – an Italian classic implying something that has to be...
Iran and South Korea miss out on World Cup last 32 in dramatic third-place race
Iran denied in final seconds of Austria's draw with AlgeriaSouth Korea out despite victory in their opening matchThe race for third-place teams...
Egypt coach optimistic about Salah
Seattle: Egypt head coach Hossam Hassan said he was optimistic about the health of Mohamed Salah despite the star striker's second-half exit during...