The Football Federation published a statement about the joint meeting of the members of the board of directors and the technical committee. According to the FFIRI website the statement of the Federation regarding the joint meeting of the members of the Board of Directors and the Technical Committee to determine the post of the Head Coach of Iran’s Team Melli under the title “Unity and Empathy until the World Cup” states:

“In view of the repeated previous assurances of the Football Federation in regards to the full support of the Coaching Staff of the national team and considering the acceptable results of the team, which were the result of the synergy and joint efforts of the players, the coaching staff, the federation and the support of the governing body of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the board of directors of the football federation once again declares the full support of the current coaching staff of the national team. Based on this fact, the cooperation between the two sides will continue. Obviously, from now on, the Football Federation will severely deal with any indiscipline, immorality, and attempts in creating divisions and differences in the national team at any level with force and in accordance with the rules and regulations of the federation. Based on this, on the eve of the important games of the World Cup in Qatar, we request all passionate fans of Iranian football, members of the media, veterans, and all those who have the heart to raise the proud flag of the Islamic Republic of Iran, for greater solidarity and unity in all elements of the national team. Have maximum companionship and empathy and refrain from spreading news that will aid in disunity.”

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