Iran wins Cerebral Palsy World Cup

Tehran, IRNA – Iran's seven-a-side football team has clinched its first-ever International Federation of Cerebral Palsy Football (IFCPF) World Cup title, after a decisive 3-0 victory over reigning champion Ukraine.

No participating teams managed to score against the Iranian players throughout the tournament, IRNA reported late on Friday.

This marks Iran's first world championship title in cerebral plasy footfall. Iran finished second at the 2022 IFCPF World Cup in Salou, Spain, in 2022, where Ukraine claimed the championship.

On their path to the title, Iran defeated Venezuela, Ireland, Germany, the US, and Brazil.

The Netherlands secured third place in the competition after defeating Brazil.

In a related development, Speaker of the Iranian Parliament Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf congratulated the Iranian nation, athletes, and  sports officials on the team’s victory.

This remarkable win showcases the capability and skill of Iranian athletes, Qalibaf underlined in his Saturday message.

Minister of Sport and Youth Ahmad Donyamali also congratulated the team, stating that this victory symbolizes the strength and credibility of Iranian sport.
The 16th edition of the IFCPF World Cup was held in Salou, Spain from November 6 to November 23.