TEHRAN – Iran will play China in the opening match of the international four-team handball tournament in Shiraz on Wednesday.
The event brings together national teams from Iran, China, Belarus, and Russia.
The competition is part of Iran’s preparations for major upcoming handball events.
Team Melli will also play Belarus and Russia on Friday and Saturday, respectively.
The tournament is organized by the Iranian Handball Federation. This high-profile event is expected to showcase competitive matches between some of the strongest teams in the region.
Iran’s national handball team, led by head coach Rafael Guijosa Castillo, is using the tournament as a key opportunity to fine-tune its squad ahead of major international competitions.
The team is currently preparing for the 2026 Asian Handball Championship, the Asian Games, and future Olympic qualifiers.