Not child's play: Iran honours victims of Minab strikes ahead of football matchIran is honouring students lost in a missile strike. The national football team competes as 'Minab 168' in the FIFA World Cup. They wear go...
16 Jun, 2026, 11.03 AM IST
FIFA World Cup 2026: Iran fight back twice to secure 2-2 draw against New ZealandFIFA World Cup 2026: Iran fought back twice to lock in a 2-2 draw against New Zealand in their World Cup debut, demonstrating grit in the f...
16 Jun, 2026, 08.51 AM IST
Iran's World Cup experience is less joyful amid war with host US, team captain says before debutIran's World Cup journey is proving difficult. Captain Mehdi Taremi highlights disruptions caused by the ongoing war with co-host United St...
15 Jun, 2026, 08.53 AM IST
With war now football by others means, be prepared for new World Cup champsThe World Cup faces political challenges. Visiting teams, especially Iran, encounter travel restrictions and potential discrimination. The ...
13 Jun, 2026, 11.42 PM IST
World Cup kicks off after high ticket prices, visa issues dog buildupThe 2026 World Cup, the largest in history, has commenced in Mexico City with co-hosts Mexico facing South Africa. Projected to generate a ...
12 Jun, 2026, 11.02 AM IST
FIFA World Cup 2026: Iran threatens to stop matches if this happens. Check fixture and what is causing concerns for TehranWorld Cup 2026 begins on Thursday, with Iran opening their Group G campaign against New Zealand in Los Angeles on June 15. They next face...
10 Jun, 2026, 08.15 PM IST
FIFA 2026: Iran says ticket allocation for World Cup withdrawn days before tournamentIran's football federation states its World Cup ticket allocation has been cancelled. This leaves fans who planned travel unable to see the...
09 Jun, 2026, 03.04 PM IST
Uncertainty over US entry permits for Iran World Cup squadUncertainty remains over US entry permits for Iranian players just days before the World Cup begins, with various Iranian bodies denouncing...
07 Jun, 2026, 06.08 PM IST
Iran accuses US of 'vindictive behavior' with visa denialsThe Iran Football Federation accuses the United States of "vindictive behavior" after 14 managerial and administrative members were denied ...
07 Jun, 2026, 06.47 AM IST
Iran World Cup squad heads to Mexico as US visa row eruptsIran has accused the United States of "political interference in sport" after visa denials for some of its World Cup support staff. The Ira...
06 Jun, 2026, 06.16 PM IST
FIFA 2026: Iran World Cup players get US visas, official says, some staff waitingIran's national football team has been granted visas to enter the United States for the World Cup, confirmed by US Ambassador to Turkey Tom...
06 Jun, 2026, 04.48 PM IST
FIFA World Cup 2026: Iran accuses US of discriminatory treatment after visa denial for delegation staffIran on Saturday slammed World Cup host the United States over what it called "discriminatory treatment" by not granting visas for some mem...
06 Jun, 2026, 03.52 PM IST
Iran targets Bahrain and Kuwait after renewed US strikesIran launched missile attacks on Bahrain and Kuwait after renewed US strikes. This action has intensified regional conflict and threatened ...
06 Jun, 2026, 03.22 PM IST
Iran players balancing football and war ahead of FIFA World CupIran's national football team is preparing for the World Cup. The players are training in Turkey while facing unique challenges due to the ...
04 Jun, 2026, 03.21 PM IST
FIFA 2026: Iran to play World Cup warm-up behind closed doors, head to Mexico on SaturdayFIFA 2026: Iran's football team is set for its final World Cup warm-up match in Turkey. The squad will then depart for their tournament bas...
03 Jun, 2026, 02.41 PM IST
The Iran war is pushing the global gas trade into the shadowsAs the Strait of Hormuz remains under Iranian control amid the ongoing West Asia conflict, Qatar has quietly resumed some LNG exports by ad...
02 Jun, 2026, 12.19 PM IST
Mexico to host Iran's World Cup team after US refusal, president saysMexico will host the Iranian national football team during the World Cup. President Claudia Sheinbaum confirmed the decision after the Unit...
25 May, 2026, 09.23 PM IST