Iran footballer Azmoun kicked off national team for disloyalty, say reports
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Iranian footballer Sardar Azmoun has reportedly been expelled from the national team due to a perceived act of disloyalty to the government. The alleged disloyalty stems from an Instagram post featuring a meeting with Dubai's ruler, Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, which angered Iranian authorities amidst tensions between Iran and the UAE. Azmoun, who plays for UAE club Shabab Al-Ahli, removed the pictures but was still criticized on state TV. The Fars News Agency reported the expulsion, citing a source within the national team. Azmoun's absence would significantly weaken Iran's team if they participate in the upcoming FIFA World Cup, where he has scored 57 goals in 91 international appearances.
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