🔻Amir Mahdi Alavi, the spokesperson of the Football Federation, said in a conversation with the Islamic Republic of Iran’s state broadcaster that changes will take place in the technical staff and the lineup of the national football team: “New coaches will be added to the technical staff, and in the matter of players, we will certainly see a transformation in the national team setup.”

🔹He said: “Kalili Noyi has accepted the criticisms and reforms are underway. There will definitely be changes in the team process. So that by the month of Aban, in the Baghdad competitions, we can see a different team with a different display.”

🔹Alavi also said that it is not possible to hold the Hazfi (cup) tournament.

🔹The Football Federation spokesperson also said about the appointment of the head coach of the under-23 team: “There had been negotiations with Afshin Ghotbi. It is possible that a conclusion will be reached within the next 48 hours (Sunday). Both domestic and foreign options are being considered. The board of directors has narrowed it down to four options.”