Iran to host Costa Rica behind closed doors (IranSportsPress.com)- IFF President confirmed the facility problems in Azadi stadium have not been solved, and Iran will host Costa Rica in an empty stadium.
Iran Names Squad for World Cup Qualifier TEHRAN- (IranSportsPress.com): Iran has named a 28 man squad for its first World Cup Qualifier against Syria on 06 February.
Clemente Delays Iran Trip Due to Health Concerns (IranSportsPress.com)- The newly appointed Clemente, who was due to visit Iran in time for the friendly game against Costa Rica on Wednesday, has delayed his trip after carrying out an operation on his back.
Nekounam Hails Appointment of Javier Clemente (IranSportsPress.com)- Javad Nekounam, Osasuna's injured Iranian star, has hailed the appointment of Spain's Javier Clemente as the new coach of Iran, and believes he is the right man for the job.