While Iran celebrates, Australia and Saudi Arabia are embroiled in a competitive pursuit of their own, each battling for a coveted World Cup spot. Australia's recent 2-0 victory over China boosted ...
Iran currently ranks 18th globally and 2nd in Asia, having garnered an impressive 19 points from 7 matches in the qualifiers. A crucial factor in their success is the consistent performance they have ...
After matchday eight of Asia's World Cup qualifiers, ESPN's writers answer the burning questions, provide analysis and break ...
After Japan and Iran joined the 2026 World Cup field this week, 15 Asian countries remain alive for six more guaranteed ...
Paulo Bento has been fired as head coach of the United Arab Emirates soccer team just hours after a 2-1 win over North Korea ...
Iran confirmed their qualification for the 2026 World Cup on Tuesday as Mehdi Taremi scored a second-half double to earn his ...
First, Indonesia laughed and China cried.China's national soccer team, led by head coach Branko Ivankovic, lost 0-2 to ...
Iran qualified for the 2026 World Cup after Mehdi Taremi scored twice in a 2-2 draw with Uzbekistan on Tuesday. The Inter ...
Iran became the second Asian side to secure their place at the 2026 World Cup after twice coming from behind to draw 2-2 with ...
Perennial World Cup participants Iran became the second Asian side to secure their place at next year's global showpiece ...
Iran qualified for the 2026 World Cup after Mehdi Taremi scored twice in a 2-2 draw with Uzbekistan on Tuesday.