Inside the 26-man Iran squad for the 2026 World Cup. Explore the roster, tactical outlook, and the challenges facing Team Melli in their Group G campaign.
As Mehdi Taremi leads Iran's national football team at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the squad faces intense pressure, visa hurdles, and a tough Group G challenge.
Iran’s football team arrives in the US for the FIFA World Cup as a historic peace deal with Washington is announced, marking a major shift in West Asia geopolitics.
Iran’s manager Ghalenoei and striker Mehdi Taremi have slammed US treatment of their team, citing visa issues and logistical hurdles ahead of the FIFA World Cup.
Why is Sardar Azmoun not at the World Cup? We examine the political and personal reasons behind the Iranian star's absence as his team faces New Zealand.