Controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2024
Disciplinary action over player-fan contact and dress rules
The federation suspended, fined, summoned, or otherwise disciplined players in incidents involving hugs with female fans and an alleged improper-hijab violation.
2022
Inconsistent access for women at stadiums
Despite earlier commitments and international pressure, women were reportedly barred from attending a World Cup qualifier in March 2022.
2017
National-team exclusion after match against Israeli club
Masoud Shojaei and Ehsan Hajsafi were banned from the national team after playing for their club against Maccabi Tel Aviv.
2011
Women's team suspension over headscarves
Iran's women's national team was briefly suspended from international competition because the federation-required head covering was considered incompatible with competition regulations.
2009
Punishment of players over green armbands
Seven national-team players were initially reported to have received lifetime bans after wearing green armbands associated with the Iranian Green Movement during the 2009 election protests.
2006
FIFA suspension for government interference
FIFA suspended the federation in November 2006 after citing government interference in football matters. The suspension was lifted in December after a transitional board was formed.