Mehdi Taj, the president of the Iranian Football Federation, provided explanations in his recent statements regarding the criticisms raised about the composition of the federation's members and their lack of connection to football. He pointed out that many members of the federation may be active in other fields, but this does not mean they are incapable of advancing the goals of football.
Emphasis on Proper Planning
Taj also referred to the successes of Iranian wrestling and stated that these successes demonstrate that with proper and efficient planning, one can reach a global level. He emphasized that lessons should be learned from the experiences of other sports and that appropriate approaches should be adopted to pursue the growth and development of football in the country.
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Challenges and Criticisms
Criticism of the Football Federation has increased due to insufficient attention to the existing issues and problems in this sport. Some experts believe that current federation members should be selected from among those who have the necessary experience and expertise in football. In response to these criticisms, Taj emphasized the need for the members' capabilities and expertise, noting that having experience in other fields can enrich decision-making.
According to him, the main goal of the Football Federation at present is to create programs that help the growth and advancement of Iranian football, and this requires cooperation and collaboration from all members. Taj also pointed to the importance of attracting financial support and sponsorship to achieve these goals and urged federation members to make more efforts in this area.
Looking to the Future
Mehdi Taj expressed hope for the future of Iranian football at the end of his remarks, stating that with proper planning and comprehensive cooperation, greater achievements can be attained on the international stage. He believes that Iranian football has high potential for success and that this potential should be utilized in the best possible way.
Given the challenges that Iranian football has faced in recent years, focusing on revising the composition of the federation and selecting suitable members can be considered a fundamental step towards improving the current situation. Mehdi Taj and his team are now pursuing positive changes in Iranian football with a clear goal.
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