The Iranian national team has announced its final squad for the international friendly tournament, which will be held in Al Ain, United Arab Emirates, in November. Along with Iran, national teams such as Uzbekistan, Egypt, and Cape Verde will also participate in this tournament. The competitions are scheduled for November 13-18.
In the first match on November 13, the Iranian national team will face one of the physically strong and technically strong teams of the African continent - Cape Verde. The coaching staff aims to test the team's preparation for the World Cup qualifiers through this match.
The national team includes both experienced players and young talents. Alireza Beyranvand is expected to manage the goal. Payam Niyazmand, Seyyed Hussain Husayni, and Morteza Akhbari were called upon as his assistants. This quartet will serve as a reliable "shield" for the national team.
In the defensive line, great confidence is placed in experienced players such as Mirsadjad Muhammadi, Said Khalilzade, and Morteza Kanani. Young defender Ali Yusefi has also been named to the senior national team for the first time. The coaches planned to test his physical fitness and ability to think positively.
The midfield is considered the strongest link in the team. It includes players with international experience, such as Said Ezzatollahi, Omid Noorafkan, and Saman Goddos. They will be accompanied by young and fast midfielders - Mehdi Hashemnejad, Ali Kushki, and Mehdi Gorbani. It is through this section that coaches plan to control the rhythm of the game and organize attacks.
In the attacking line, Mehdi Taremi is the main support. The Porto striker leads the team with his high form and experience. Famous forwards like Ali Alipur and Amir Hossein Hosseinzade also intensify competition within the team. Young striker Hamid Habibinejad is expected to be a new discovery for the team in the future.
The Iranian national team sees this tournament as an important stage before qualifying for the World Cup. The national team coach aimed to form the main squad by balancing the team's playing style and testing new schemes and tactical options.
Iran has been strengthening its influence in Asian football in recent years. The team has competed in the World Cup three times in the last five years and is recognized as one of the most stable national teams in the region.
The match in Al Ain will be an important test not only for the national team, but for all Iranian football. Because fans expect victory and new ideas from the team on the field.
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