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Iran’s Mexico Envoy Urges FIFA to Relocate World Cup Matches
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran's ambassador to Mexico urges FIFA to relocate national team's World Cup matches to Mexico, citing security concerns.
Mexico Confirms Readiness to Host Iran's 2026 FIFA World Cup Matches
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Mexico said on Tuesday that the country stands ready to host some of Iran’s matches during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
More Iranian Women's Football Team Members Reject Asylum in Australia
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Three additional members of Iran's national women's football team have withdrawn their asylum requests in Australia and are en route back to their beloved homeland.
Two Iranian Judo Champions Martyred in US-Israeli Terror Strikes
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Two elite judokas from Isfahan Province were martyred while defending Iran against recent US-Israeli aggressions.
Trump Threatens Iranian Football Team as US-Israeli Enemies Destroy Sports Facilities
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – US President Donald Trump issued a thinly veiled threat to Iran’s national football team on Thursday, declaring they are “welcome” to the 2026 World Cup but warning it would not be “appropriate” for them to attend “for their own life and safety.”
Defying Foreign Pressure, Female Footballer Returns to Iran’s Embrace
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran’s open arms have once again embraced one of its own, as Mohaddeseh Zolfi, a star of the women’s national football team, rejected foreign asylum offers to return to her homeland.
Australia Pressured Iranian Women’s Team to Seek Asylum: FA Chief
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The head of Football Federation Islamic Republic of Iran, Mehdi Taj, said Iran’s women’s national team faced police intervention in Sydney after a match, condemning Australian authorities for attempting to pressure players into seeking asylum.
US-Israeli Strike Destroys 12,000-Seat Azadi Stadium Hall in Tehran
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – A 12,000-seat indoor arena within Tehran’s Azadi Sports Complex was destroyed in a US-Israeli airstrike today, marking the latest in a series of criminal attacks targeting Iranian infrastructure.
Iran Olympic Committee Demands Punishment of US, Israeli Regime for Slaughter of Athletes
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The National Olympic Committee of the Islamic Republic of Iran called on the IOC and the Olympic Council of Asia to take punitive measures against the United States and the Israeli regime over attacks that killed Iranian civilians and athletes and damaged sports infrastructure.
Mothers’ Stadium Reduced to Rubble by US-Zionist War Criminals
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – In a new low of barbarism, the criminal US-Zionist axis, already responsible for the slaughter of Iranian schoolchildren and civilians, has now turned its murderous rage toward the heart of Iran’s sporting spirit.
Iran Handball Federation Facilities Damaged in US-Israeli Strikes
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Major infrastructure belonging to Iran’s Handball Federation sustained severe damage during Sunday’s coordinated aggression by the United States and Israeli regime, officials confirmed.
Football Matches Postponed in Mexico Ahead of World Cup
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Four top-level football matches in Mexico were postponed on Sunday after the Mexican army killed drug cartel leader Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes in Tapalpa, Jalisco, near World Cup host city Guadalajara.
Iranian Teen Fencer Secures Historic Gold at Cadet Men’s Sabre World Cup
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - Iran celebrated a landmark achievement in fencing as 16-year-old Hesam Moradi Anghaneh clinched the gold medal at the Cadet Men’s Sabre Individual World Cup in Dakar, Senegal.
Araqchi Hails Iran’s Futsal Triumph at AFC Asian Cup
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi congratulated the national futsal team on winning the AFC Asian Cup, saying the title reflects the nation’s steadfast resolve and collective will to overcome challenges.
Esteghlal Gabonese Midfielder Ndong on Persepolis’ Radar
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Gabonese midfielder Didier Ibrahim Ndong has caught the eye of Persepolis football club.
Iran, Spain Handball Federations Sign MoU
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The handball federations of Iran and Spain signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Spain.
Esteghlal Midfielder Masharipov to Miss Remainder of Season
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Esteghlal football team midfielder Jaloliddin Masharipov will likely miss the remainder of the Iran league season.
Esteghlal Beats Foolad Hormozgan in 2025-26 Hazfi Cup Round of 16
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Esteghlal defeated Foolad Hormozgan 2-0 in the 2025-26 Iran Hazfi Cup Round of 16 in Yazd on Tuesday.
