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Dargahi's path to Iran team is another example of ...

Dargahi's path to Iran team is another example of ...

Summary

Dennis Dargahi gained Iranian citizenship with help from a well-known Iranian actor so he can play for Iran's national soccer team, called Team Melli, at the 2026 World Cup. Many national soccer teams include players who become eligible by having family connections to that country.

Key Facts

  • Dennis Dargahi obtained Iranian citizenship to play for Iran’s national soccer team.
  • A famous Iranian actor helped Dargahi get citizenship.
  • Dargahi aims to compete in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
  • Team Melli is the nickname for Iran’s national soccer team.
  • It is common for national teams to add players through family ancestry or citizenship rules.
  • Using ancestry to join a national team happens in many countries around the world.
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