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Announcement of the Iranian National Football Team Players by Coach Homayoun Shahrokhi - 2003-05-26

Feb 10, 2026 February 10, 2026 1 min read 📰 VOA Persian
📋 Key Takeaway

Homayoun Shahrokhi, the head coach of the Iranian national football team, has announced the list of players selected for the upcoming LG Cup. Expatriate players will also have the chance to train in a camp before the final selection of 20 players to represent Iran in Nigeria. This is significant as it showcases the preparation and strategic planning of the national team ahead of an important tournament.

🔍 Quick Context Guide
💡 Bottom Line: The announcement of the national team players is a significant step in preparing for an important international football tournament.

👥 Key Players

Homayoun Shahrokhi MENTIONED
Head Coach of the Iranian National Football Team
"Shahrokhi plays a crucial role in shaping the team's strategy and performance, especially ahead of important tournaments."
Ali Daei MENTIONED
Prominent Player
"As one of the most famous Iranian footballers, Daei's presence can inspire the team and attract fan support."

📰 What Happened

The head coach of the Iranian national football team, Homayoun Shahrokhi, announced the players selected for the upcoming LG Cup. Expatriate players will also have the opportunity to train before the final selection of the team.

  • The announcement includes a list of players who will participate in the training camp.
  • A final list of 20 players will be selected to represent Iran in Nigeria.

💡 Why It Matters

🇮🇷 For Iran: The selection process highlights the importance of football in Iranian society and can boost national morale.
🌍 Regional: Success in international tournaments can enhance Iran's regional standing and foster unity.
🌐 International: The performance of the Iranian team can influence perceptions of Iran in the international sports community.

📚 Background

Football is a major sport in Iran, with a passionate fan base and a history of competitive play. The LG Cup is a platform for showcasing national talent.

Iranian football history International football tournaments
📡 Source: STATE MEDIA
📊 Confidence: 70%
The source, ISNA, is a state-run news agency, which may emphasize positive aspects of national achievements.

The names of the players of the Iranian national football team have been announced by coach Homayoun Shahrokhi. According to ISNA, the list includes individuals such as: Ebrahim Mirzapour, Nader Ghashavi, Rahman Ahmadi, Yahya Gol Mohammadi, Sohrab Bakhtiarizadeh, Mohsen Bengar, Samad Zare, Hamid Azizadeh, Alireza Vahedi Nikbakht, Mehdi Amirabadi, Reza Azizi, Javad Nekounam, Yadollah Akbari, Abbas Aghaei, Asghar Taleb Nasab, Pejman Noori, Reza Jabari, Amir Vaziri, Ali Samereh, Edmond Bezik, Farhad Majidi, and Ali Daei. Additionally, the coaching staff has given other expatriate players the opportunity to attend the camp on the 5th and 6th of Khordad (May 25-26) and train under the supervision of the coaching staff. After assessing the readiness of the expatriate players and those present at the camp, the coaching staff will announce the list of 20 players to be sent to Nigeria for the LG Cup on the 6th of Khordad.

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Translation confidence: 85%

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