Bam Khatoon qualify for AFC Women’s Champions League 2026/27

TEHRAN - Sara Didar netted twice as Bam Khatoon came from behind to beat Jordan’s Etihad Club 3-1 on Sunday and qualify for the Group Stage of the AFC Women’s Champions League 2026/27.

Iran rout Chinese Taipei at 2026 FIVB U17 World Championship

TEHRAN – Iran defeated Chinese Taipei 3-0 (25-15, 25-21, 25-17) at the 2026 FIVB Volleyball Boys’ U17 World Championship in Doha, Qatar on Sunday.

Iran come sixth at FIBA U18 Asia Cup 2026

TEHRAN – Iran lost to Japan 88-83 on Sunday to finish sixth at the FIBA U18 Asia Cup 2026.

By Masoud Hossein

Shahin Izadyar aims to make his Asian Para Games medal record untouchable

TEHRAN - Iranian para-swimmer Shahin Izadyar, the most decorated Paralympic swimmer in the country’s history, is determined to add to his record haul of 24 Asian Para Games medals at the upcoming Nagoya Games.

Iran sweep past Cuba in Ufa friendly cup

TEHRAN - Iran swept past Cuba in straight sets (25-16, 25-19, 25-22) in Ufa friendly tournament on Saturday.

Jafari: Bam Khatoon a worthy representative for Iran

TEHRAN – Marziyeh Jafari, head coach of Bam Khatoon, expressed pride in her players, insisting her side are a worthy representative of the country in the tournament.

Iran basketball head to Manila for FIBA World Cup qualifiers

TEHRAN - Iran’s national basketball team have traveled to Manila, the capital of the Philippines, to take part in the fourth window of the 2027 FIBA Basketball World Cup qualifiers.

Iran fall short to Russia in Ufa friendly cup

TEHRAN - Russia defeated Iran 3-1 (25-16, 23-25, 25-20, 25-22) in Ufa friendly tournament on Friday.

Iran down Pakistan at 2026 FIVB U17 World Championship

TEHRAN – Iran defeated Pakistan in straight sets (25-23, 25-22, 25-18) at the 2026 FIVB Volleyball Boys’ U17 World Championship in Doha, Qatar on Friday.

Bam Khatoon , Al Nassr share spoils at AFC Women’s Champions League

TEHRAN - Bam Khatoon FC scored in the dying seconds to earn a 1-1 stalemate with Saudi Arabia’s Al Nassr Club in their AFC Women’s Champions League 2026/27 Preliminary Stage tie on Thursday.

Iran U20s beat Thailand in friendly

TEHRAN - Iran’s U20 football team continued their preparations in Thailand with a 2-0 friendly victory over the host nation on Friday.

Iran start 2026 AVC Women Asian Continental Championship in style

TEHRAN – Iran defeated Chinese Taipei 3-1 (16-25, 27-25, 25-19, 25-14) in their opening match of the 2026 AVC Women Asian Continental Championship.

Iran sweep past Algeria at 2026 FIVB U17 World Championship

TEHRAN – Iran swept past Algeria in straight sets (25-15, 25-19, 25-14) in the second edition of the FIVB Volleyball Boys’ U17 World Championship on Wednesday.

By Masoud Hossein

Iranian cyclist Mirbagheri aims medal at Nagoya

TEHRAN - Arash Mirbagheri, Iranian cycling at the 2026 Asian Games in Nagoya, is hoping to return home with a medal.

Golshadnezhad no longer Iran’s flag-bearer for 2026 Asian Games

TEHRAN - Atousa Golshadnezhad, Iran’s world and Asian karate champion, has withdrawn from her role as flag-bearer for Iran at the 2026 Asian Games in Nagoya.

Iran to play friendly match against Uzbekistan in Tashkent

TEHRAN - Iran national football team plan to play Uzbekistan in a friendly match as part of the preparation for the 2027 Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia.

Iran to face Algeria at 2026 FIVB U17 World Championship opener

TEHRAN - The second edition of the FIVB Volleyball Boys’ U17 World Championship is set to get underway in Doha, Qatar, with 24 of the world’s best young volleyball teams competing for the global title from Aug. 19 to 29. The tournament represents an important opportunity for the next generation of players to gain experience on the international stage and establish themselves as future stars of the sport.

Gol Gohar discover rivals at AFC Champions League Two 2026/27

TEHRAN - The 32-strong cast for the AFC Champions League Two 2026/27 discovered their opponents following the Group Stage Draw in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on Tuesday.

Bam Khatoon start AFC Women’s Champions League 2026/27 on high

TEHRAN - Bam Khatoon put on a commanding performance to beat Tajikistan’s FC CSKA Dushanbe 3-0 in their AFC Women’s Champions League 2026/27 Preliminary Stage clash on Monday.

Iranian teams to learn fate at AFC Champions League on Tuesday

TEHRAN – Tractor and Esteghlal football teams from Iran will learn their 2026/27 AFC Champions League Elite fate on Tuesday.

Iran U17 team beat Italy in friendly

TEHRAN - Iran’s U17 men’s national volleyball team defeated Italy 3-1 in a friendly match in Doha as they continued their preparations for the upcoming FIVB U17 World Championship.

Persepolis complete signing of Danial Eiri joins

TEHRAN - Iranian defender Danial Eiri has officially completed his move to Persepolis, with the Tehran giants confirming the signing of the young international on a long-term contract.

Mario Tokic to join Esteghlal coaching staff

TEHRAN - Croatian coach Mario Tokic, who is being considered as an assistant to Sohrab Bakhtiarizadeh at Esteghlal, is set to travel to Tehran soon.

By Farrokh Hesabi

Iran’s top flight begins with strong starts for the title contenders

TEHRAN - The 2026/27 season of Iran’s Persian Gulf Professional League (PGPL)has begun with an immediate reminder of the competition’s unpredictability, as the 26th edition kicked off with strong performances from several of the country’s biggest clubs.

Bam Khatoon ready for another Asian challenge

TEHRAN - Iranian women’s football champions Bam Khatoon are ready for another demanding campaign on the Asian stage as they return to the AFC Women’s Champions League, determined to build on their growing reputation as one of Iran’s leading clubs.

Tough task ahead of Iran in 2026 Asian Para Games: Kargari

TEHRAN – Iran’s National Paralympic Committee (NPC) President Ghafour Kargari has outlined the country’s plans for the upcoming 2026 Asian Para Games in Nagoya, Japan, saying Iran will face a significantly tougher challenge in its bid to defend its runner-up finish.

Olympic champion Tavakoli appointed Esteghlal weightlifting coach

TEHRAN - Olympic gold medal winner Hossein Tavakoli has been appointed head coach of Esteghlal’s weightlifting team after signing an official contract with the Tehran-based club.

Handball captain confident of medal chances at 2026 Asian Games

TEHRAN - Iran men’s national handball team captain Ali Rahimi Kazerooni believes the national side can fight for a medal at the 2026 Asian Games in Nagoya, despite a difficult group and the absence of several overseas-based players.

Alireza Jahanbakhsh explains why he chose Excelsior

TEHRAN - Alireza Jahanbakhsh has explained why he decided to return to the Netherlands and join Excelsior.

Iran U17 women’s football team set for CAFA 2026

TEHRAN - Iran’s U17 women’s football team will compete in the 2026 CAFA U17 Women’s Championship, scheduled to take place in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, from Sept. 13 to 20.