# Iranian football coaching and player developments

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/iranian-football-coaching-and-player-developments
> Updated: 2026-10-17T16:25:00.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2.

Developments in Iranian football have focused on coaching appointments and player performance. The Iranian Football Federation, led by President Mehdi Taj, has been negotiating with Yahya Golmohammadi for a potential long-term contract to lead the Iran U-23 team through 2028. Additionally, senior national team coach Amir Ghalenoei’s contract was adjusted to 50 billion Tomans, with discussions regarding the addition of foreign technical staff.

At the club level, Nassaji Mazandaran head coach Saied Daghighi addressed his professional relationship with Shahab Zandi, asserting that Zandi does not interfere in coaching duties. Meanwhile, Fajr Sepasi Shiraz winger Farman Arab expressed his ambition for a national team call-up following a two-goal performance in a victory against Aluminium Arak.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-17: Iranian football: Coaches and players address recent performances

Iranian football updates include Nassaji Mazandaran coach Saied Daghighi clarifying his professional relationship with Shahab Zandi, and Fajr Sepasi winger Farman Arab eyeing a national team call-up.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iranian-football-coaches-and-players-address-recent-performances

### 2026-10-10: Iran Football Federation discusses coaching changes and contract details

Iran Football Federation President Mehdi Taj discusses Yahya Golmohammadi’s potential appointment to the U-23 team and Amir Ghalenoei’s updated contract terms.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iran-football-federation-discusses-coaching-changes-and-contract-details

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