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Amir Ghalenoei
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Group Stage
Iran are back at the World Cup with their usual structure and edge, and the question is once again whether qualification consistency can become a knockout-stage breakthrough.
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Iran qualified for World Cup 2026 once again and remain one of Asia's most dependable programs. FIFA's qualified-teams tracker placed Team Melli among the direct AFC qualifiers, confirming yet another finals appearance for a side that rarely lack structure, physical edge or emotional intensity.
Forward
Inter Milan
Taremi remains the most recognisable final-third reference and the player opponents still focus on first.
Goalkeeper
Tractor
Beiranvand's experience and presence make him one of the core veterans of the side.
Defender
Sepahan
Rezaeian gives Iran width, service and attacking value from deeper areas.
Defender
Persepolis
Mohammadi helps balance the back line and gives Iran another experienced wide defender in tournament play.
Midfielder
Brentford
Ghoddos offers composure and technical quality, particularly useful when Iran need more than intensity.
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