Mehdi Taremi

AFC Asian Cup 2019: Iran thrash debutants Yemen to stamp title credentials; South Korea, China get narrow wins

Looking to end a 43-year title drought since last winning Asian football's most coveted prize, Iran ruthlessly dispatched Group D minnows Yemen.

FIFA World Cup 2018: Predictable Spain lucky to edge past Iran, but lack credible plan B against stout defensive units

Spain struggled to create clear-cut chances when the match was in balance will be a matter of concern, but they shouldn’t find the going so tough against teams who choose to play the ball against them in future matches.

World Cup 2018 qualifier: Iran defeats Uzbekistan 3-0, secures place in global football extravaganza

Iran join hosts Russia and five-time champions Brazil in securing a place for the tournament which runs from 14 June to 15 July, 2018.