Category: sports
Pezeshkian hails Iran girls’ historic weightlifting feat
TEHRAN, Aug. 15 (MNA) – President Masoud Pezeshkian praised Iran’s young female weightlifters after they secured the country’s first runner-up finish at an Asian championship, calling it a valuable milestone for the sport.
British cyclist Finlay Tarling dies in Tour of Portugal crash aged 19
Organisers said on social media that Tarling died following a 'serious accident' on the stage between Melgaco and Fafe.
Liverpool to sell minority stake to consortium including Jeff Bezos
The 1892 Holdings consortium, led by former QPR chairman Amit Bhatia, also includes Bezos’s K5 Sports Fund.
Qatar challenges AFC over open letter attacking FIFA President Infantino
Qatar FA President Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani complains about lack of consultation about AFC open letter to FIFA.
Russia stance will be defended in court, pledges World Athletics chief Coe
Russian Athletics has lodged new claim at Court of Arbitration for Sport to challenge sanctions, but WA will fight it.
Rising Australian golfer Bang dies of brain haemorrhage in Thailand aged 18
Jessica Bang won her first professional event this year but died after collapse in Thailand and emergency surgery.
Iran to face Russia in friendly match in Kazan
TEHRAN – The national football teams of Iran and Russia are set to meet in a friendly match on Sept. 29 in Kazan, according to the press service of the Russian Football Union (RFU).
Iran learn fate at 2026 Asian Youth Handball Championship
TEHRAN -The redraw for the 2026 Asian Youth Handball Championship was held again on Thursday, following changes in several teams’ decisions regarding their participation in the 11th edition of the tournament.
Man City tight-lipped on Rodri transfer amid Barcelona and Real Madrid link
Manchester City's Enzo Maresca coy on the future of midfielder Rodri ahead of Community Shield showdown with Arsenal.
Iran volleyball set for four-team tournament in Russia
TEHRAN – Iran’s national volleyball team will take part in a four-team preparatory tournament in Russia as part of their final preparations for the 2026 Asian Volleyball Championship.