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Iran Olympic Committee Demands Punishment of US, Israeli Regime for Slaughter of Athletes
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The National Olympic Committee of the Islamic Republic of Iran called on the IOC and the Olympic Council of Asia to take punitive measures against the United States and the Israeli regime over attacks that killed Iranian civilians and athletes and damaged sports infrastructure.
Mothers’ Stadium Reduced to Rubble by US-Zionist War Criminals
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – In a new low of barbarism, the criminal US-Zionist axis, already responsible for the slaughter of Iranian schoolchildren and civilians, has now turned its murderous rage toward the heart of Iran’s sporting spirit.
Iran Handball Federation Facilities Damaged in US-Israeli Strikes
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Major infrastructure belonging to Iran’s Handball Federation sustained severe damage during Sunday’s coordinated aggression by the United States and Israeli regime, officials confirmed.
Football Matches Postponed in Mexico Ahead of World Cup
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Four top-level football matches in Mexico were postponed on Sunday after the Mexican army killed drug cartel leader Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes in Tapalpa, Jalisco, near World Cup host city Guadalajara.
Iranian Teen Fencer Secures Historic Gold at Cadet Men’s Sabre World Cup
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - Iran celebrated a landmark achievement in fencing as 16-year-old Hesam Moradi Anghaneh clinched the gold medal at the Cadet Men’s Sabre Individual World Cup in Dakar, Senegal.
Araqchi Hails Iran’s Futsal Triumph at AFC Asian Cup
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi congratulated the national futsal team on winning the AFC Asian Cup, saying the title reflects the nation’s steadfast resolve and collective will to overcome challenges.
Esteghlal Gabonese Midfielder Ndong on Persepolis’ Radar
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Gabonese midfielder Didier Ibrahim Ndong has caught the eye of Persepolis football club.
Iran, Spain Handball Federations Sign MoU
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The handball federations of Iran and Spain signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Spain.
Esteghlal Midfielder Masharipov to Miss Remainder of Season
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Esteghlal football team midfielder Jaloliddin Masharipov will likely miss the remainder of the Iran league season.
Esteghlal Beats Foolad Hormozgan in 2025-26 Hazfi Cup Round of 16
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Esteghlal defeated Foolad Hormozgan 2-0 in the 2025-26 Iran Hazfi Cup Round of 16 in Yazd on Tuesday.
Iran Fails to Advance to 2026 AFC U-23 Asian Cup Next Round
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran lost to Lebanon 1-0 and failed to book a place in the 2026 AFC U-23 Asian Cup on Tuesday.
Iran’s Futsal Friendlies with Iraq Canceled
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Two friendly matches between the Iran and Iraq futsal teams were canceled.
Persepolis Eyes Two Gol Gohar Players
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The Persepolis football team has shown interest in signing two Gol Gohar players.
Shahrdari Gorgan, Astana BC Match Postponed
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The match between Iran’s Shahrdari Gorgan and Astana BC of Kazakhstan in the 2025-26 FIBA West Asia Super League (FIBA WASL) was postponed.
Iran Wins 2026 Karate One Series A
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran claimed the title of the 2026 Karate One Series A held in Tbilisi, Georgia.
Iran to Meet S. Arabia at 2026 Asian Men's Handball Championship Opener
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran’s men’s handball team will start the 2026 Asian Men's Handball Championship with a match against Saudi Arabia on Thursday.
Iran Must Beat Lebanon in AFC U-23 Asian Cup 2026
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – While victory may not be enough, Iran will go for broke when it faces Lebanon in its concluding AFC U-23 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026 Group C match on Tuesday.
Two Hazfi Cup Matches Postponed
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Two matches in Iran’s 2025-26 Hazfi Cup were rescheduled.
