Tremendous efforts of Team Melli at World Cup brought pride to the nation and stunned the world, the message reads.
Showing high performance in all matches proves that the team has fulfilled their commitment which they had given to the people, he added.
Iran has demonstrated its unique football techniques during these few days, Larijani said, adding that, this quality proves that a new era has started in Iran’s football.
He appreciated efforts made by all coaches, players and other staff of the team for making Iranians happy and wished the success of Iranian youths in all fields.
With one win, one draw and one loss, Iran gained 4 points and stood at third rank Group B of 2018 World Cup. This is the best results of Iran in the history of World Cup.
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