Iran National Football Team Lineup CONFIRMED Against Gambia, Here's Starting XI

Team Melli is stepping up its pre-World Cup preparation and will aim to build some winning momentum with a good performance against Gambia in Antalya, Turkey, on May 29, 2026. The Iran vs Gambia friendly, taking place at Mardan Sports Complex, will be a fascinating encounter, and excitement will be at an all-time high among Iranian football fans who will be expecting a statement win.

Iran officially sealed their qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup by finishing in the top spots of Group A during the third round of the AFC qualifiers. Team Melli secured their spot in March 2025 following a late rally from behind to secure a 2-2 draw against Uzbekistan at Tehran's Azadi Stadium. Anchored by a crucial brace from star striker Mehdi Taremi, Iran knows the importance of a good camp before the start of Group G action.

In a first-time ever matchup, the Iran national football team will be facing Gambia in the upcoming friendly encounter, with their opponents sure to test their spirit and nerves on May 29. While coach Amir Ghalenoei will be expecting his men to deliver a win, it will be a mistake to underestimate Gambia in the game.

It will be fascinating to see how the Iran national football team lineup, whether players like Mehdi Ghayedi will be keen to step up and prove themselves and support Taremi in attack. Sportsdunia takes a look at the lineup before the match commences.

Iran National Football Team Lineup vs Gambia Out

Fans can find out the official Iran national team lineup that will face Gambia today.

Iran Starting XI: Hossein Hosseini, Danial Esmaeilifar, Hossein Kanaani, Shoja Khalilzadeh, Ali Nemati, Milad Mohammadi, Mehdi Ghayedi, Amirmohammad Razzaghinia, Saman Ghoddos, Mohammad Mohebi, Mehdi Taremi