Title: National Team Call-Up Pauses Persepolis Campaign: Hashemian Awaits Key Players for Title Pursuit
League Pause for International Duty
The Iran Pro League is set for a temporary hiatus following the conclusion of its sixth week of matches. This break is to accommodate a training camp for the national team, with domestic competitions scheduled to resume in approximately two weeks.
Coach’s Strategy Hinges on Player Availability
Vahid Hashemian, the head coach of Persepolis, has outlined his plan to reverse his team’s recent run of draws in the 25th league season. His strategy is directly linked to the upcoming announcement of the national team squad by its manager, Amir Ghalenoei. Coach Hashemian emphasized that the number of his players selected for national duty will be a critical factor in the club’s planning during this period.
Focus on Player Recovery and Readiness
“In the first stage, we must see how many of our players are on the national team list. This can play a very important role in our program,” Hashemian stated. He expressed hope that the break would allow injured players, such as Kan’anizadegan, to recover fully. He also provided updates on other key personnel, noting that Oureh could potentially begin training within a week, while players like Ourunov, Sadeghi, and Omari are working towards full match fitness.
“We hope that during this time, we can bring our injured players to a good team condition,” he added. The club has also arranged a friendly match to help players regain their optimal form, with the coach wishing for the safe and healthy return of his international players from their national team duties.
Unwavering Championship Ambitions
Reaffirming the club’s lofty objectives, Hashemian concluded, “Certainly, the expectation for all of us is nothing less than winning the championship.” He defended his team’s performance in their recent match, asserting that the players gave their all and deserved a victory. He remains confident that after the FIFA break, Persepolis will secure results worthy of the club’s stature.