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IR Iran’s progress delights Ghalenoei

Wed, 20 Nov, 2024

IR Iran’s progress delights Ghalenoei

Bishkek: Islamic Republic of Iran’s journey in Group A of the AFC Asian Qualifiers™ – Road to 26 thus far has been one to cherish for head coach Amir Ghalenoei.

Tuesday’s 3-2 win against Kyrgyz Republic kept Team Melli top of the group on 16 points, three ahead Uzbekistan with United Arab Emirates a further three adrift.

With qualification to the FIFA World Cup 26 well within reach now, Ghalenoei was pleased to see the attacking strength of his side but admitted knows defensive improvements are a must.

www.the-afc.com/en/national/asian_qualifiers.html/video/asianqualifiers-road-to-26-|-group-a-kyrgyz-republic-2-3-ir-iran

Group A: Kyrgyz Republic 2-3 IR Iran

Wed, 20 Nov, 2024

Group A: Kyrgyz Republic 2-3 IR Iran

Bishkek: Islamic Republic of Iran had to dig deep to overcome Kyrgyz Republic 3-2 in their AFC Asian Qualifiers™ – Road to 26 Group A clash on Tuesday to move closer to a place in the FIFA World Cup 26 Finals.

Leading 2-0 at the break, Iran had to withstand a Kyrgyz Republic fightback in the second half before Sardar Azmoun struck the winner to take them to 16 points as they stayed three clear at the top.

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Preview - Group A: Kyrgyz Republic v IR Iran

Tue, 19 Nov, 2024

Preview - Group A: Kyrgyz Republic v IR Iran

Bishkek: Islamic Republic of Iran will expect to take another step towards sealing qualification when they play Kyrgyz Republic in Group A of the AFC Asian Qualifiers™ - Road to 26 on Tuesday.

Seeking a fourth consecutive and seventh overall appearance at the global showpiece, Iran hold a three-point lead at the summit, with the top two sides to qualify automatically for the Finals.

Mixed feelings for IR Iran’s Ghalenoei after DPR Korea win

Fri, 15 Nov, 2024

Mixed feelings for IR Iran’s Ghalenoei after DPR Korea win

Vientiane: Islamic Republic of Iran head coach Amir Ghalenoei admitted to having mixed feelings following his side’s 3-2 win over DPR Korea in their AFC Asian Qualifiers™ - Road to 26 Group A clash on Thursday.

Iran’s fortitude was put to the test by a fighting DPR Korea before Ghalenoei’s side, who were reduced to 10 men in the 50th minute, took a huge step towards qualifying for the FIFA World Cup 2026, with the tactician admitting that some important lessons were learnt.

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Group A: DPR Korea 2-3 IR Iran

Fri, 15 Nov, 2024

Group A: DPR Korea 2-3 IR Iran

Vientiane: Islamic Republic of Iran staved off a fightback to secure a 3-2 win over DPR Korea in their AFC Asian Qualifiers™ – Road to 26 Group A tie at Lao National Stadium KM 16 on Thursday.

It was an eventful match for Mehdi Taremi who created all three Iran goals but also scored on own goal before missing a penalty as his side, who were reduced to 10 men in the 51st minute, took a giant step towards the FIFA World Cup 2026 with 13 points at the halfway stage.

Preview - Group A: DPR Korea v IR Iran

Thu, 14 Nov, 2024

Preview - Group A: DPR Korea v IR Iran

Vientiane: Islamic Republic of Iran will face DPR Korea in Group A of the Asian Qualifiers™ - Road to 26 knowing that victory will almost surely secure their ticket to the FIFA World Cup 2026.

Iran, on 10 points, lead the standings ahead of Uzbekistan on goal difference with both sitting six clear of the United Arab Emirates and Qatar after just four matches. 

Central & South Asia Wrap: Abdysh-Ata champs again

Mon, 11 Nov, 2024

Central & South Asia Wrap: Abdysh-Ata champs again

Bishkek: FC Abdysh-Ata were crowned Kyrgyz League champions for the third consecutive time, capping a dominant season.

Sepahan, meanwhile, hung on to top spot with defending champions Persepolis staying a close second in the Iran Pro League. Join the-AFC.com as we bring up to date on the past week’s domestic action across Central and South Asia.

Groups finalised for China 2025

Thu, 07 Nov, 2024

Groups finalised for China 2025

Shenzhen: The AFC U20 Asian Cup™ China 2025 is primed for thrilling action following the conclusion of the official draw at Grand Skylight International Guanlan in Shenzhen, China PR on Thursday.

The 16 teams were drawn into four groups with not just continental glory at stake but also four tickets to the FIFA U-20 World Cup 2025 in Chile.