FIFA president highlights football field in northern Iranian village

TEHRAN - FIFA President Gianni Infantino has spotlighted a humble yet spirited village football field in Iran, capturing the hearts of football enthusiasts worldwide.

By Xavier Villar

The misuse of "pogrom": Analyzing the events in Amsterdam

MADRID- On November 8, Israeli football fans clashed violently with pro-Palestinian protesters in Amsterdam, both before and after the Europa League match between Maccabi Tel Aviv and Ajax.

Colombians welcome ‘Palestino’ football team at airport

A pro-Palestinian rally took place at Colombia’s El Dorado International Airport as activists gathered to welcome the Club Deportivo Palestino football team from Chile.

Iran tourism minister makes joke about giving Ronaldo unlimited SIM card

TEHRAN— On Wednesday, the Iranian tourism minister made a joke about offering Cristiano Ronaldo to install local messaging apps in order to contact families and friends outside Iran.

Qatar World Cup: Bushehr handicrafts on view for soccer fans

TEHRAN – Bushehr crafters have put on show expertise in Doha where World Cup matches are currently underway.

Qatar launches office in Tehran to boost World Cup travels

TEHRAN–Qatar has launched a new office in Tehran in a bid to facilitate travel for the World Cup spectators.

Iran’s Bushehr seeks to draw World Cup spectators

TEHRAN - Iran’s Bushehr province, which neighbors Qatar, seeks to draw football fans who would be arriving in the emirate to watch World Cup games in November and December.

Ferries to operate Iran-Qatar route during World Cup

TEHRAN – Iran considers operating passenger ferries to and from Qatar during the 2022 FIFA World Cup to be hosted by the neighboring state in November and December.