Team Melli

Iran's Team Melli draw 2-2 with New Zealand in World Cup 2026

TEHRAN, Jun. 16 (MNA) – Iran denied New Zealand a first FIFA World Cup win after twice coming from behind to draw their Group G opener at Los Angeles Stadium on Tuesday, June 16.

Iran National Football Team move up one spot in FIFA rankings

TEHRAN, Jun. 13 (MNA) – Team Melli moved up one spot into top 20 as Asia's nine representatives get set to kick-off their challenge on the global stage. Japan remained unchanged at 18th. Korea Republic are Asia's 3rd highest ranked side at 25.

Ahead of 2026 World Cup:

US refrains from issuing visas to Iran's Team Melli officials

TEHRAN, Jun. 06 (MNA) – Some of officials of Iran’s National Football team have not yet been able to obtain US visas as the co-host country has issued visas to all players of the Iranian National Football team ahead of 2026 World Cup.

Iran's Natl. Soccer Team defeat Gambia in friendly

TEHRAN, May 30 (MNA) – Iran's National Soccer Team (Team Melli) signaled their World Cup intent on Friday, overcoming a halftime deficit to dismantle Gambia 3-1 in a high-octane friendly in Antalya, Turkey.

Iran to play Mali in 2026 World Cup preparation

TEHRAN, May 22 (MNA) – Iran have added a second friendly to their pre-World Cup itinerary, announcing a June 4 meeting with Mali during their training camp in Antalya, Turkey.

Iranian soccer players still await US visa for 2026 World Cup

TEHRAN, May 20 (MNA) – Iran’s National Football Team (Team Melli) have traveled to neighboring Turkey to continue preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup while still waiting for the visas required to enter the United States.

IRGC Aerospace cmdr.’s message to Iran Natl. Soccer Team

TEHRAN, May 14 (MNA) – Commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) Aerospace Force Brigadier General Seyyed Majid Mousavi has expressed good wishes for the national football team in the upcoming World Cup.

Pezeshkian visits national soccer team camp before World Cup

TEHRAN, May 13 (MNA) – Iran President Masoud Pezeshkian visited the camp of the national men's football team to wish success for the team in the upcoming World Cup.

Antonio Gagliardi parts company with Iran natl. football team

TEHRAN, May 13 (MNA) – Antonio Gagliardi has reportedly terminated his contract with the Iran national football team and will not be on the bench for Iran at the 2026 World Cup.

No plan for Azzurri to replace Iran at 2026 World Cup: min.

TEHRAN, Apr. 24 (MNA)- Italian Sports Minister, Andrea Abodi, has described a proposal for his country to replace Iran at World Cup as “not appropriate”, rejecting any idea that Azzurri will be granted a last-minute berth at this summer’s tournament.

Iran set for friendly clash against Panama

TEHRAN, Apr. 19 (MNA) – Iran’s national football team are gearing up for an international friendly against Panama in the United States. The match is expected to serve as a vital tune-up ahead of the global tournament.

Iran team announced for 2025 CAFA Nations Cup

TEHRAN, Aug. 27 (MNA) – Iran football coach Amir Ghalenoei has announced his 27-man team for the 2025 CAFA Nations Cup.

Iran drops two spots in latest FIFA rankings

TEHRAN, Jul. 10 (MNA) – Iran moved down two spots in the latest FIFA world rankings published on Thursday.