Matic Named New Iran Basketball Coach
TEHRAN (FNA)- Iran named Serbian Veselin Matic as the new head coach of its national basketball squad to replace his compatriot Rajko Toroman. ( 15:19:30 - 2009/03/13)

Mahdavikia Returns to Iran Soccer Squad
TEHRAN (FNA)- The veteran Iranian midfielder Mehdi Mahdavikia was invited to join Iran's national soccer squad in its friendly match against Kenya. ( 15:42:29 - 2009/03/12)

Al-Sharjah Thrashed by Persepolis in AFC Champions League
TEHRAN (FNA)- Tehran's popular soccer team Persepolis deservedly won 3-1 over Al-Sharjah of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on the first leg of AFC Champions League at Tehran's 100,000-seater Azadi Stadium on Tuesday. ( 18:35:59 - 2009/03/10)

Persepolis to Face Sharjeh in AFC Championships League Today
TEHRAN (FNA)- Persepolis' Portuguese manager Nelo Vingada said the UAE's al-Sharjeh soccer squad will be under fire from 'ground and air' at Tehran. ( 12:33:52 - 2009/03/10)

Iran Nabs 6 over Football Corruption
TEHRAN (FNA)- A number of sports reporters were nabbed in Iran on charges that they were go-betweens for many football players, clubs and coaches. ( 11:47:01 - 2009/03/08)

Asian Countries Chess Academy to Be Established in Iran
TEHRAN (FNA)- Head of the Islamic Republic of Iran Chess Federation said here Friday International Chess Federation (FIDE) has primarily agreed on the establishment of Asian Countries Chess Academy in Iran. ( 13:25:53 - 2009/03/07)

Iran to Play Friendly against Kenya
TEHRAN (FNA)- The Iranian national soccer team is scheduled to play a friendly match against Kenya at Tehran's Azadi Stadium on Saturday March 14. ( 14:57:59 - 2009/03/06)

Shojaei Enjoying Presence in Osasuna
TEHRAN (FNA)- Osasuna's Iranian midfielder Masoud Shojaei said that he is feeling happy in Osasuna. ( 14:55:48 - 2009/03/03)

Karimi Ready to Join Iran's Soccer Squad
TEHRAN (FNA)- Persepolis midfielder Ali Karimi voiced readiness to return to Iran's soccer team to help the side qualify for the 2010 World Cup. ( 12:33:51 - 2009/03/03)

Dizin Ski Resort to Host Alpine Skiing Contest
TEHRAN (FNA)- The last stage of the International Alpine Skiing Contest will be held in the Dizin ski resort from March 2-4. ( 13:27:07 - 2009/03/01)

Persepolis, Sepahan Share Points in IPL
TEHRAN (FNA)- Tehran's popular soccer team Persepolis was held to a goalless draw against Sepahan in the 29th week of Iran's Premier League (IPL). ( 12:36:36 - 2009/02/28)

Iran, Russia Share Points on Chess Mat
TEHRAN (FNA)- Iranian chess grandmaster Ehsan Qaem Maqami was held to a draw against his Russian rival Nadezhda Kosintseva in the Aeroflot Open. ( 16:13:28 - 2009/02/26)

Azadi Stadium Most Intimidating in Asia
TEHRAN (FNA)- Iran's Azadi Stadium was selected as the first Asian stadium for having an intimidating atmosphere for rivals. ( 14:19:37 - 2009/02/23)

Iranian Judoka Wins Bronze Medal in Germany Competition
TEHRAN (FNA)- Iran's 73-kg category judoka, Ali Malumat, snatched a bronze medal in the 2008 Germany Judo Competition on Sunday. ( 14:01:19 - 2009/02/22)