Ali Kaffashian was questioned by government officials and his offices was rummaged on Sunday. 

The head of Iran’s football federation was not taken into custody but the officials carried with them several documents of unknown nature for examination or as evidence.

Reza Hassankho , the head of security in the FFIRI has confirmed that government officials have visited the federation’s headquarters in Seoul street of Tehran and questioned the Head of the federation. Hassankho did not elaborate on the reason behind this unexpected move neither did did he indicate which government agency had carried out the operation. The position of Head of Security in the FFIRI is normally “recommended” by the  government through the Ministry of Youth and Sport.

Ali Kaffashian has been facing several corruption allegations but none was proven until now. He will stand for re-election in a few months time and this incident might be a move to tarnish his image by none other than his sworn foe, the Minister of Youth and Sport.

No comments or statements from any government ministries were issued.