Despite a disappointing participation in the World Cup, Amir Ghalenoei will retain his position as head coach of the Iranian national football team and will lead the Team Melli squad in the upcoming AFC Asian Cup in 2027.
World Cup Results
The Football Federation of Iran (FFIRI) confirmed that the management maintains confidence in Ghalenoei after Iran failed to advance past Group G at the World Cup. The Team Melli squad started the tournament with a 2-2 draw against New Zealand, followed by a 0-0 draw with Belgium. The final group match, which ended in a 1-1 draw with Egypt, denied Iran a victory, and the team narrowly avoided missing out on the playoff stage by not qualifying as one of the eight best third-placed teams.