Husseinzadeh Scores in 2-1 Loss in Volgograd Friendly

Date: 11 October 2025 - 21:49

News ID: ۱۴۴۴۹۰

TEHRAN – Iran’s football team lost to Russia 2-1 in a friendly match Friday night in Volgograd, Russia.
Dmitri Vorobyov was on target for the host in the 22nd minute at the Volgograd Arena.
Amir Hussein Husseinzadeh, assisted by Saman Ghoddos, leveled the score just three minutes into the second half.
Aleksey Batrakov opened Alireza Beiranvand’s goal with a long-range shot in the 70th minute.
Team Melli will travel to Dubai, the UAE to play Tanzania on Tuesday.
Amir Ghalenoei’s side has already qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and these two matches serve as preparation for the prestigious tournament.