Iraq: Unfinished Business
Ever since the quarterfinal between Iran and Iraq at the 2015 Asian Cup, I have wanted revenge like no other. The opportunity did present itself at the group stage of… Read more »
Category: World Cup
Bahrain: A Familiar Enemy
There are plenty of national teams in the Middle East that aren’t on good terms with Team Melli. But Bahrain is a team that made a name for itself by… Read more »
Hong Kong: The Wild Card?
The national team of Hong Kong has not been anything special in the world of football. But as is always the case, footballers have to respect their opponents and go… Read more »
Cambodia: The Angkor Warriors
It is always my intention to be respectful towards other opponents but I do not know a lot about the national team of Cambodia. The majority of the Cambodian roster… Read more »
Four teams for Wilmots to analyze
We are ready for 2022 FIFA World Cup qualification and Iran learned its opponents for the second round of qualifying on 17 July. Iran has been placed in Group C… Read more »
A Fight to the Finish with Portugal
Hey everyone, in Moscow now for a few more days as I wrap up this World Cup experience. I am very proud of our Team Melli footballers. They played their… Read more »
Great Performance from Iran against Spain
I know the feeling and it is a familiar feeling because it reminds me of four years ago when we were so proud of our Team Melli for the amazing… Read more »
Epic Experience in Saint Petersburg
Hey everyone, it has been a busy few weeks preparing for the World Cup and of course, the trip to Russia has been a long but exciting journey. I have… Read more »
Rally Call for Team Melli Supporters! [Video]
Join us for the newest video edition of Team Melli Talk as we rally support for Iran ahead of the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia! Iran will be participating… Read more »
Time for the World Cup!
Join us for the newest podcast of Team Melli Talk with Arya Allahverdi of Gol Bezan and Iranian football expert Kiarash Mahdavi as we discuss Iran’s backline concerns and make… Read more »