Iran

Iran

伊朗

FIFA Ranking
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Confederation
AFC
Founded
1920
2026 World Cup GroupG
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About Iran National Football Team

The Iran national football team is gearing up for the 2026 World Cup. Currently ranked #null by FIFA, they are placed in Group G. Follow the latest Iran World Cup news, explore their full squad roster below, and gear up to support them in the upcoming tournament.

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Team Info

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Founded1920
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Head CoachAmir Ghalenoei
Amir Ghalenoei
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ConfederationAFC

Key Statistics

#
FIFA Ranking
G
2026 World Cup Group
26
Squad Size
29.9
Avg Age

Squad (26)

Squad data is being updated

This squad dataset is still being completed. Updated: 2026-07-15

Hossein Hosseini
Hossein Hosseini
Goalkeeper
34Iran
Payam Niazmand
Payam Niazmand
Goalkeeper
31Iran
Alireza Beiranvand
Alireza Beiranvand
Goalkeeper
33Iran
Ehsan Hajsafi
Ehsan Hajsafi
Defence
36Iran
Ramin Rezaeian
Ramin Rezaeian
Defence
36Iran
Milad Mohammadi
Milad Mohammadi
Defence
32Iran
Hossein Kanaanizadegan
Hossein Kanaanizadegan
Defence
32Iran
Shojae Khalilzadeh
Shojae Khalilzadeh
Defence
37Iran
Rouzbeh Cheshmi
Rouzbeh Cheshmi
Defence
32Iran
Saleh Hardani
Saleh Hardani
Defence
27Iran
Ali Nemati
Ali Nemati
Defence
30Iran
Danial Eiri
Danial Eiri
Defence
22Iran
Saeid Ezatolahi
Saeid Ezatolahi
Midfield
29Iran
Mehdi Torabi
Mehdi Torabi
Midfield
31Iran
Mohammad Ghorbani
Mohammad Ghorbani
Midfield
25Iran
Ariya Yousefi
Ariya Yousefi
Midfield
24Iran
Medhi Ghayedi
Medhi Ghayedi
Midfield
27Iran
Amir Razzaghinia
Amir Razzaghinia
Midfield
20Iran
Alireza Jahanbakhsh
Alireza Jahanbakhsh
Offence
32Iran
Mehdi Taremi
Mehdi Taremi
Offence
33Iran
Dennis Eckert
Dennis Eckert
Offence
29Iran
Ali Alipour
Ali Alipour
Offence
30Iran
Shahriar Moghanlou
Shahriar Moghanlou
Offence
31Iran
Mohammad Mohebi
Mohammad Mohebi
Offence
27Iran
Saman Ghoddos
Saman Ghoddos
Offence
32Iran
Amir Hosseinzadeh
Amir Hosseinzadeh
Offence
25Iran

Team History & Legacy

Iran is a national football team representing the AFC confederation, founded in 1920 and currently ranked #null in the FIFA World Rankings. While they may not count World Cup titles among their honors, their journey to the 2026 tournament represents years of dedication and growth. Under the guidance of head coach Amir Ghalenoei, Iran have been steadily building a competitive squad capable of challenging established footballing nations. Their roster features players who ply their trade in top leagues around the world, bringing tactical awareness and big-game experience back to the national setup. The 2026 FIFA World Cup marks a significant milestone for Iran. Drawn into Group G, they face a challenging but navigable path. With the expanded 48-team format offering more opportunities than ever, Iran are well-positioned to make their mark. Every match at the World Cup is an opportunity to write history, and this squad has the talent and determination to produce memorable performances.

2026 World Cup Prediction

Ranked #null by FIFA, Iran enter the 2026 World Cup as one of the world's elite football teams. Under the tactical direction of Amir Ghalenoei, the team has shown promising form and competitive discipline in recent qualifying campaigns. Based on current rankings and squad performances, their group-stage outlook is widely viewed as favorable. While they may not be among the outright favorites, the World Cup has a long tradition of producing upsets and breakthrough performances from underdog teams. The 2026 World Cup's expanded 48-team format means the top two teams from each group and the eight best third-placed teams advance to the Round of 32. If Iran can deliver in the decisive group-stage matches, a place in the elimination rounds is well within reach. Fans and pundits alike will be watching closely to see if this squad can produce a tournament to remember.

Group Stage Analysis

Iran have been drawn into Group G, where they will face New Zealand (FIFA #null), Belgium (FIFA #null), Egypt (FIFA #null). The competitive balance within this group will play a decisive role in determining Iran's path to the knockout stage. In terms of FIFA rankings, Iran hold the highest position in the group, giving them a theoretical edge. The 2026 World Cup introduces a new 48-team format with groups of four, where the top two teams and the eight best third-placed teams advance to the Round of 32. The opening match matters: a strong start can establish confidence and rhythm, while the new qualification rules make every group-stage point valuable. Iran must settle quickly and set the tone early. Squad depth, rotation management and adaptability across different venues and conditions will be equally important. Regardless of rankings, the World Cup group stage never fails to deliver surprises — every matchday has the potential to reshape the qualification picture.