Amir Ghalenoei to remain Iran head coach through 2027 Asian Cup
The football federation of the Islamic Republic of Iran has renewed Amir Ghalenoei’s tenure as head coach, keeping him in the role through the 2027 AFC Asian Cup in Saudi Arabia. This move follows Iran’s exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where they missed the knockout rounds despite an undefeated group stage performance. During that phase, Iran recorded a 2-2 tie against New Zealand, a 0-0 stalemate with Belgium, and a 1-1 draw versus Egypt.