The Iranian women’s national football team’s qualification for the AFC Women’s Asian Cup and the brilliant performance of Iran’s girls in the Asian U‑16 volleyball championship highlight once again the achievements of Iranian girls in sports—symbolizing national unity and cohesion.
Planning for Success at the Women’s Asian Cup
Minister Ahmad Donyamali congratulated the Iranian people on the football team’s historic qualification for the prestigious Women’s Asian Cup, noting that the hard-earned victory over host Jordan had a special sweetness. He stressed that the Football Federation must actively support the women’s national team—whose merit was clearly proven during the intense qualifying rounds—by providing systematic planning, infrastructure, and adequate financial backing to ensure a strong and confident performance in the upcoming competitions.
Continued Glory in Asian Youth Volleyball
He also extended heartfelt congratulations on Iran’s U‑16 girls’ volleyball team earning the proud runner‑up position in the Asian Championship. Donyamali remarked that the young and talented team had shown they were fully capable of claiming the championship title. He emphasized that ongoing success in sports requires precise work, effective training systems, and long-term goal setting to sustain and accelerate the nation’s path of advancement.
Sport as a Unifying Force for the Nation
Donyamali praised the military salute performed by Iranian athletes during the playing of the national anthem, highlighting its profound contribution to strengthening national unity and social cohesion—key priorities of the Supreme Leader and the government of reconciliation led by the President. He described the salute becoming a powerful and successful symbol of unity that has rapidly spread across national teams, demonstrating deep understanding, respect, and discipline within Iran’s broader sports community.
Looking Ahead: Sport’s Role in Solidarity
In closing, Donyamali reaffirmed his confidence that sport will continue to play a leading role in promoting national unity and solidarity in the future, just as it has always done.