Amir Ghalenoei

Amir Ghalenoei is currently the head coach of the Iranian national football team. His team is facing significant challenges in preparing for the upcoming World Cup. A major concern is the lack of match fitness among the players, as Iran's domestic football league has been suspended since March, leaving most squad members inactive for several weeks. Ghalenoei has expressed that his coaching and fitness staff will have a difficult task getting the squad ready for the tournament during their training camp in Turkiye. This situation is further complicated by external factors, including the ongoing US-Israel war, which has led to the suspension of the local league. Despite these hurdles, the team is working towards World Cup readiness, with Ghalenoei at the helm navigating these complex circumstances.