Mehdi Taj

Mehdi Taj

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Mehdi Taj is a prominent figure in Iranian football, currently serving as the President of the Iranian Football Federation. He has been involved in various administrative roles within the sport and has been known for his efforts to promote football in Iran. Recently, he made headlines regarding the controversial goal celebration of Milad Zaki Pour, emphasizing the need for standard celebrations in football and the importance of maintaining decorum in the sport.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
211,225
Power
3,031$
Sentiment
5.73
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Iran 2 6.50 0.21% +0% 83,992,949 174,079 $610,000 1,264$
United Kingdom 1 5.00 0.04% +0% 67,886,011 30,105 $2,700,000 1,197$
Switzerland 1 4.00 0.08% +0% 8,654,622 7,042 $700,000 570$
Totals 4 160,533,582 211,226 $4,010,000 3,031$
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Recent Mentions

Iran Iran: Mehdi Taj has publicly stated that Amir Ghalenoei will remain the head coach for the Asian Cup. 5

Hamshahri: ۳ شرط قلعه‌نویی برای ادامه نشستن روی نیمکت ایران

Iran Iran: Mehdi Taj, the head of the Football Federation, confirmed that Amir Ghalenoei will be the head coach of the national team for the Asian Cup. 8

Hamshahri: سرمربی تیم ملی فوتبال در جام ملت‌ها | تاج وضعیت امیر قلعه نویی را مشخص شد

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Mehdi Taj, the president of the Football Federation Islamic Republic of Iran, was among those denied visas by US authorities. 5

The Guardian: Iran hit out at ‘lies and mistreatment’ following US official’s joy at team’s exit | World Cup 2026

Germany Germany: Mehdi Taj, the president of the Iranian Football Federation, criticized the 'Pride Match' as an unreasonable step. 3

Süddeutsche Zeitung: WM 2026: Ausgerechnet Ägypten und Iran bestreiten das „Pride Match“ - Sport

Switzerland Switzerland: Mehdi Taj, the president of the Iranian football association, stated that they would prevent the game from taking place in rainbow colors 'at all costs'. 3

Neue Zürcher Zeitung: Ägypten und Iran spielen im kontroversen Pride Match

Honduras Honduras: Mehdi Taj, the president of the Iranian federation, described the initiative as 'unreasonable' due to its conflict with their values and traditions. 3

La Prensa – high-circulation Honduran daily: estallan por permitir banderas LGTBI y reciben respuesta

Iran Iran: Mehdi Taj, the head of the Football Federation, responded to reporters about the invitation of Sardar Azmoun. 5

Hamshahri: واکنش عجیب تاج به دعوت دوباره سردار آزمون

Argentina Argentina: The main leader of Iranian football, Mehdi Taj, indicated that one cannot expect to look towards the World Cup with hope. 4

Clarín: por ahora, la UEFA no baraja ninguna sede alternativa