Carlos Queiroz, the coach of the Iranian national team, has taken a cautious approach by initially selecting a squad of 30 players for the upcoming World Cup in Brazil. Queiroz will later reduce this list to the final 23-man squad on June 2, aiming to ensure he has the best possible squad to compete in Group F against Nigeria, Argentina, and Bosnia Herzegovina.
The preliminary squad includes players from various clubs across the globe, reflecting the diversity of talent within Iranian football. Notable inclusions are goalkeepers Daniel Davari and Rahman Ahmadi, defenders Hossein Mâhini and Jalal Hosseini, midfielders Andranik Teymourian and Javad Nekounam, and forwards Reza Ghoochannejhad and Sardar Azmoun.
Queiroz’s decision to initially select a larger squad allows for flexibility in assessing player fitness and form before finalizing the squad for the tournament. With Iran facing tough opposition in Group F, including heavyweights like Argentina, Queiroz will be keen to ensure he has a balanced and competitive squad capable of putting up a strong performance on the world stage.
As the World Cup approaches, the Iranian national team will be working hard to prepare for the challenges ahead, with the final squad selection being a crucial step in their journey to compete in Brazil.
