Russia national football team to play Iran in friendly

The Russian national football team is scheduled to play a friendly match against Iran on September 29, according to the Russian Football Union (RFU). The match will take place in Kazan.

Details regarding the exact kickoff time and ticket sales will be announced at a later date. Following the recent World Cup in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, the Iranian team finished third in Group G and did not advance to the knockout stage. In 2026, the Russian team has played five friendly matches, recording three wins, one draw, and one loss.