The Football League Organization of Iran recently responded to a statement issued by Persepolis Club on September 11, 2026. This reaction followed Persepolis's criticisms of certain decisions made by the Football League Organization.
Clear Response from the Football League
The Football League emphasized in this statement that all decisions made by this body are based on national interests and without any discrimination. These remarks clearly indicate that the Football League is in no way determined to create an unfair environment for any of the clubs.
In the continuation of this statement, the Football League referred to the importance of maintaining integrity and cohesion in Iranian football and announced that this body is always striving to contribute to the development and advancement of the country's football by making fair and logical decisions.
Criticisms and Challenges
Persepolis criticized some of the recent decisions of the Football League in its statement, deeming them ambiguous and unfair. These criticisms were raised at a time when the mentioned club is seeking to improve its competitive conditions in the Premier League. It remains to be seen whether the response from the Football League can help calm the atmosphere in Iranian football or if these tensions will continue.
The Football League, by stating that any decision-making in this area is made with consideration of national football interests, seeks to address existing ambiguities and concerns. This response sends a message not only to Persepolis but to all football clubs in the country that the Football League is striving to assist in the growth and elevation of Iranian football through the application of justice.
