Iran U23
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- U23 International 19 AFC U23 Asian Cup 14 AFC Asian Cup U23 Qualifying 10 Asian Games 7 U23 WAFF Championship 4 Friendlies 1
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Fixtures
| AFC Asian Cup U23 Qualifying | 09/03 12:00 | 1 |
Iran U23 vs
Hong Kong U23
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| AFC Asian Cup U23 Qualifying | 09/06 12:00 | 2 |
Guam U23
vs
Iran U23
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| AFC Asian Cup U23 Qualifying | 09/09 12:00 | 3 |
UAE U23
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Iran U23
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Results
| Asian Games | 10/01 11:30 | 3 |
[1] Iran U23 v
Hong Kong U23
[2] |
L | 0-1 | |
| Asian Games | 09/27 08:30 | 4 |
[1] Iran U23 v
Thailand U23
[3] 
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W | 2-0 | |
| Asian Games | 09/24 11:30 | 3 |
Iran U23 v
Mongolia U23
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W | 3-0 | |
| Asian Games | 09/21 11:30 | 2 |
[3] Iran U23 v
Vietnam U23
[2] 
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W | 4-0 | |
| Asian Games | 09/19 11:30 | 1 |
[2] Saudi Arabia U23
v
Iran U23 [2]
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D | 0-0 | |
| AFC Asian Cup U23 Qualifying | 09/12 14:00 | 3 |
[1] Uzbekistan U23
v
Iran U23 [2]
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L | 1-0 | |
| AFC Asian Cup U23 Qualifying | 09/09 12:00 | 2 |
[4] Afghanistan U23
v
Iran U23 [2]
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W | 0-4 | |
| AFC Asian Cup U23 Qualifying | 09/06 12:00 | 1 |
Iran U23 v
Hong Kong U23
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W | 3-0 | |
| U23 International | 06/20 17:00 | 1 |
Iraq U23
v
Iran U23
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D | 1-1 | |
| U23 International | 06/18 15:00 | 2 |
Iran U23 v
Jordan U23
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D | 0-0 | |
| U23 WAFF Championship | 06/16 16:45 | 3 |
[2] Palestine U23
v
Iran U23 [1]
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D | 1-1 | |
| U23 WAFF Championship | 06/14 16:45 | 2 |
[2] Iran U23 v
Syria U23
[3] 
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W | 3-1 |
Wikipedia - Iran national under-23 football team
Iran national under-23 football team, also known as Iran U-23 or Iran Olympic Team; represents Iran in international football competitions in Olympic Games, Asian Games and AFC U-22 Asian Cup, as well as any other under-23 international football tournaments. It is controlled by the Iran Football Federation.
History
The winner of the gold medal at the 2002 Asian Games, the team was prepared to defend its championship title at the football tournament of the 2006 Asian Games in Doha, Qatar. Despite a suspension by FIFA, preventing Iran to enter any international football competition, the Iran under-23 team was given special permission to participate in the Asian Games, where they won the bronze medal.
Wild cards
Football at the Asian Games has required that under-23 players enter the competitions, but they have allowed three over-age players can be included in the squad. Iran used three players, known as the "Wild cards", in three versions of the games in 2002, 2006, 2010 And 2022:
| Competition | Wild card 1 | Wild card 2 | Wild card 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 Asian Games | Ali Daei (C) | Yahya Golmohammadi | Ebrahim Mirzapour (GK) |
| 2006 Asian Games | Hassan Roudbarian (C/GK) | Arash Borhani | Jalal Hosseini |
| 2010 Asian Games | Mehdi Rahmati (C/GK) | Gholamreza Rezaei | |
| 2022 Asian Games | Hossein Hosseini (C/GK) | Amir Arsalan Motahari |
The Iran U23 team has a rich history in Asian football, consistently competing in prestigious tournaments such as the AFC U23 Asian Cup and the Olympic Games qualifiers. Known for their technical skills, tactical discipline, and strong team cohesion, the squad showcases some of the brightest young talents in Iranian football.
The team's colors typically reflect the national flag, with a blend of green, white, and red, symbolizing the pride and heritage of Iranian culture. The coaching staff focuses on nurturing players' abilities, emphasizing both individual skill development and collective teamwork.
With a passionate fan base and a commitment to excellence, the Iran U23 team aims to not only achieve success on the field but also to foster the next generation of football stars who will represent Iran on the global stage. Their journey is marked by determination, resilience, and a deep-rooted love for the beautiful game.