Gol Bezan

Episodes

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   Analysis: Iran 1-1 Egypt | 2026 FIFA World Cup

   Our panel reviews Iran's narrow exit from FIFA World Cup 2026 and its implications on the near future of the team, including the 2027 AFC Asian Cup. Gol Bezan will be in Seattle providing updates and interviews leading up to and after the match. Be sure to follow us! Follow us on social media...

   Jul 2, 2026

   1h 18m
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   Analysis: Iran 0-0 Belgium | Preview: Iran vs. Egypt | 2026 FIFA World Cup

   Erfan Hoseiny is joined by Gol Bezan OG analyst Sina Saemian and scouting specialist Benjamin Nassiri to talk Team Melli's improbable draw against Group G favorites Belgium, and what it must do to advance from the group on June 26 against Egypt in Seattle. Gol Bezan will be in Seattle providing...

   Jun 23, 2026

   1h 00m
3. Analysis: Iran 2-2 New Zealand | Preview: Iran vs Belgium | 2026 FIFA World Cup

   Two original Gol Bezan panelists explain what went well and wrong against the Kiwis, then tell fans what to expect against heavily favored Belgium. Plus, editor Samson Tamijani speaks with LA-based artist Caroline Delijani about her artwork recognized by Fox Soccer last week that embraced Iranian...

   Jun 18, 2026

   1h 00m
4. Preview: Iran vs. New Zealand | 2026 FIFA World Cup

   Everything has led to this. How should Iran line up? How should Iranians feel? What will New Zealand look like? We answer all of that with a special interview with former Pas, Team Melli, and Los Angeles Galaxy player Arash Noamouz. Follow us on social media @GolBezan, leave a like/review &...

   Jun 8, 2026

   1h 13m
5. World Cup Expert Analysis: Egypt

   Pharaohs XI joins host Sahand Salari to discuss Iran's final group stage opponent at the 2026 FIFA World Cup: Egypt/ Follow us on social media @GolBezan, leave a like/review & subscribe on the platform you listen on - YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, SoundCloud, Amazon, Castbox....

   Jun 3, 2026

   22m
6. Interview: Asian Cup winner, 1978 World Cup defender Hassan Nazari | مصاحبه با حسن نظری

   Hassan Nazari won the 1976 Asian Cup, became a 1976 Olympian, and played in Iran's first ever World Cup in 1978. For the last three decades, he has led Dallas Texans while coaching future professionals like Clint Dempsey, Omar Gonzalez, and Alejandro Moreno, among others. He talked with Gol Bezan...

   May 31, 2026

   38m
7. World Cup Expert Analysis: The Belgian Football Podcast's Scott Coyne

   Scott Coyne of The Belgian Football Podcast joins host Erfan Hoseiny to analyze Team Melli's pot 1 opponent at the 2026 FIFA World Cup: Belgium. Follow us on social media @GolBezan, leave a like/review & subscribe on the platform you listen on - YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts,...

   May 25, 2026

   25m
8. World Cup Expert Analysis: Sky Sport New Zealand's Jason Pine

   Gol Bezan hears from Sky Sport NZ commentator Jason Pine to get a look at the New Zealand National Team, Iran's first opponent in the 2026 FIFA World Cup in this must-watch for Iranian fans preparing for Group G play. Follow us on social media @GolBezan, leave a like/review & subscribe on the...

   May 17, 2026

   37m
9. Interview: Elis Bishesari | مصاحبه با الیس بیشه‌سری

   Interview: Elis Bishesari | مصاحبه با الیس بیشه‌سری by Gol Bezan

   May 11, 2026

   18m
10. Iranian football update and interview with Leyla Shams of Chai and Conversation

    Gol Bezan returns with the latest information on Team Melli's preparation for FIFA World Cup 2026, Asian Champions League, and Persian Gulf Pro League with an exclusive interview with Leyla Shams of Learn Persian with Chai and Conversation (https://www.chaiandconversation.com/). Chai and...

    May 3, 2026

    32m
11. INTERVIEW: Former Iran National Team interpreter Aryan Ghasemi | آرین قاسمی، مترجم سابق تیم ملی

    See Gol Bezan's exclusive interview with Aryan Ghasemi, former #teammelli interpreter and international relations manager and current FIFA relations manager. In this episode, Ghasemi reviews his time assisting Carlos Queiroz during his two stints in charge and the experience of three consecutive...

    Dec 25, 2025

    1h 23m
12. Analysis: Al Ain International Cup | Preview: 2026 FIFA World Cup draw

    Host Sina Sadrzadeh is joined by Gol Bezan director Arya Allahverdi and special guest Art Eftekhari from ‎⁨‎⁨Team Melli Talk to discuss Team Melli's back to back 0 - 0 draws with Cape Verde and Uzbekistan in the Al Ain International Cup. We also preview the upcoming group stage draw for the 2026...

    Nov 25, 2025

    59m
13. Preview: Iran vs. Cape Verde | Al Ain International Cup

    Host Sina Sadrzadeh is joined by Gol Bezan director Arya Allahverdi to discuss Team Melli's two friendlies this week. After facing newly-qualified Cape Verde prepping for their first FIFA World Cup, Iran will face the team with the equal result between Egypt and Uzbekistan. Follow us on social...

    Nov 10, 2025

    53m
14. Review of 2025 CAFA Nations Cup | Should Ghalenoei get sacked?

    Host Sina Sadrzadeh alongside Erfan Hoseiny and Benjamin Nassiri review Team Melli's failure at the most recent CAFA Nations Cup, and question whether Amir Ghalenoei is the right man to lead Iran to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. CHAPTERS 0:00:00 Intro 0:00:48 welcome 0:01:54 Review of CAFA Cup 0:05:27...

    Sep 18, 2025

    1h 03m
15. State of Team Melli in CAFA Nations Cup

    Follow us on social media @GolBezan, leave a like/review & subscribe on the platform you listen on - YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, SoundCloud, Amazon, Castbox. Editor: Samson Tamijani Panel: Samson Tamijani, Arya Nourizadeh Graphics: Mahdi Javanbakhsh Intro Music: CASPIAN by...

    Sep 5, 2025

    58m
16. INTERVIEW: Nima Andarz | مصاحبه با نیما اندرز

    Erfan Hoseiny & Arya Nourizadeh speak with Iran U20 and Leganes player Nima Andarz, going through all the tournaments he attended at youth level, working with Hossein Abdi, and his goals for the future. If you wish to read the English translation of this episode, please visit GolBezanPodcast.com…

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    Apr 11, 2025

    19m
17. Team Melli qualifies for the 2026 FIFA World Cup!

    Team Melli secures World Cup qualification after gaining 4 points against UAE and Uzbekistan at the Azadi Stadium. In this episode host Sina Sadrzadeh with panelists Erfan Hoseiny and Arya Nourizadeh discuss the two matches and then analyze the road to the World Cup for Iran. Chapters: 0:00:00...

    Apr 5, 2025

    42m
18. Preview: Iran vs. UAE | Iran vs. Uzbekistan

    Team Melli's next World Cup qualification matches are against UAE and Uzbekistan at the Azadi Stadium. In this episode host Samson Tamijani with panelists Erfan Hoseiny and Sina Saemian discuss the current situation of women’s football, the U20 team, legionnaires, the squad called up by Amir...

    Mar 17, 2025

    1h 13m
19. INTERVIEW: National Women's Soccer League's Zara Chavoshi & Lily Nabet

    Gol Bezan editor Samson Tamijani meets with new Orlando Pride signee Zara Chavoshi, a former U20 World Cup player with Canada, and Lily Nabet of Angel City FC, who became the first woman of Iranian descent to play professional football in 2022. This is released ahead of the start of the 2025 NWSL...

    Mar 6, 2025

    38m
20. INTERVIEW: Dennis Eckert Ayensa | مصاحبه با دنیس اکرت آینسا

    We interview Dennis Eckert Ayensa, a 27-year-old Iranian/German/Spanish striker, currently playing for Standard de Liège on loan from Royale Union Saint-Gilloise in the Belgian Pro League. Born in Bonn, Germany to a Galician Spanish mother and German/Iranian father, there have been recent rumours...

    Dec 16, 2024

    1h 02m
21. Analysis: Iran 3 - 2 North Korea | Iran 3 - 2 Kyrgyzstan

    Team Melli closed off the year with 2 more wins in the AFC World Cup Qualifiers. Host Samson Tamijani along panelists Arya Allahverdi and Erfan Hoseiny discuss the issues within the team, as well as updates on the AFC U20 Asian Cup, AFC Champions League, and more. Chapters: 0:00:00 Introduction...

    Nov 30, 2024

    42m
22. Preview: Iran vs. North Korea | Iran vs. Kyrgyzstan

    Team Melli's next World Cup qualification matches are against North Korea and Kyrgyzstan. In this episode host Sina Sadrzadeh with panelists Arya Nourizadeh & Arya Allahverdi discuss the squad called up by Amir Ghalenoei as well as previewing the upcoming games. We have host of The Asian Game...

    Nov 11, 2024

    1h 23m
23. Interview: Allahyar Sayyadmanesh | مصاحبه با اللهیار صیادمنش

    We interview Allahyar Sayyadmanesh, 23 year old winger, currently playing for K.V.C. Westerlo in the Belgian Pro League and 8 caps for the Iran national team. Host Arya Allahverdi spoke to Allahyar about what has changed since we last interviewed him; getting married; moving to Hull City; injury...

    Nov 3, 2024

    40m
24. Analysis: Uzbekistan 0 - 0 Iran | Iran 4 - 1 Qatar

    Host Sina Sadrzadeh is joined by panelists Arya Nourizadeh and tactical analyst Benjamin Nassiri to review Iran's performances in Group A AFC Qualifiers, a scoreless draw at Uzbekistan and shaky start against Qatar that turned into a 4-1 drubbing victory. The trio also break down notable player...

    Oct 22, 2024

    40m
25. Preview: Uzbekistan vs. Iran | Iran vs. Qatar

    #TeamMelli will continue their World Cup qualifiers campaign with two crucial games against Uzbekistan and Qatar. The latest squad called up by coach Amir Ghalenoei has been released. Host Erfan Hoseiny as well as panelists Benjamin Nassiri & Arya Nourizadeh discuss the squad and preview the...

    Oct 8, 2024

    1h 00m
26. September Qualifiers Analysis | PGPL & ACLE/ACL2 | Futsal WC Preview

    What grades do we give #TeamMelli players and Coach Amir Ghalenoei following close wins against Kyrgyzstan and UAE? What's the latest in the Azadi Stadium's renovation, legionnaires, PGPL and ACL teams? Host Samson Tamijani and panelist Erfan Hoseiny discuss, along with previewing Iran's run in…

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    Sep 15, 2024

    55m
27. Analysis: Iran vs. Hong Kong & Uzbekistan | Interview: Leon Jones | 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers

    In this episode we analyse Iran's two 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification matches against Hong Kong & Uzbekistan. We discuss the squad and starting 11 selections made by Amir Ghalenoei. We hear from Hong Kong centre-back Leon Jones whom went to the same high school as our panelist Arya. Lastly we...

    Jun 17, 2024

    1h 26m
28. 10 Years of Gol Bezan

    🚨 𝟭𝟬 𝗬𝗘𝗔𝗥𝗦 𝗢𝗙 𝗚𝗢𝗟 𝗕𝗘𝗭𝗔𝗡 🚨 #GolBezan turns 10 years today, starting with our first episode on 14/06/2014. We're so proud of the community this platform has created for fans of Iranian football all over the world! Here's our own Pasha Hajian with a message... #گل_بزن امروز 10…

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    Jun 14, 2024

    2m
29. 2023/24 Season Review: Team Melli, Legionnaires, and women's football

    Gol Bezan is back! Host Sina Sadrzadeh is joined by Erfan Hoseiny and Arya Nourizadeh to discuss the latest in Iranian men's and women's football, futsal, and beach soccer. 00:00 Intro 00:48 Welcome 01:12 New GB format 02:00 Women's updates 03:52 Futsal and beach success 07:15 PGPL end of season...

    May 23, 2024

    53m
30. Preview: Iran vs Turkmenistan

    In this episode we preview Iran vs. Turkmenistan for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifier and analyse the Team Melli squad list called up by Amir Ghalenoei. Follow us on social media @GolBezan, leave a like/review & subscribe on the platform you listen on - YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google...

    Mar 19, 2024

    44m
31. INTERVIEW: Kahveh Zahiroleslam

    We interview Kahveh Zahiroleslam, a 21 year old Iranian/American striker, currently playing for STVV in the Belgian Pro League. Born in Saratoga, California, Zahiroleslam, formerly of Yale Men's Soccer & Chicago FC United has scored 5 goals this season in all competitions for Sint-Truidense which...

    Feb 15, 2024

    36m
32. Analysis: Iran 2 - 3 Qatar | 2023 AFC Asian Cup

    Iran are eliminated from the 2023 AFC Asian Cup by hosts Qatar in the semi-finals. Sina Sadrzadeh, Daniel Kayal and Erfan Hoseiny analyse the 2 - 3 defeat and discuss where Team Melli goes from here. Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 00:09 - Mehdi Taremi post-match thoughts 00:49 - Alireza Jahanbakhsh...

    Feb 9, 2024

    55m
33. PREVIEW: Iran vs. Qatar | Analysis: Iran 2 - 1 Japan | 2023 AFC Asian Cup

    A historic day at the Education City Stadium as Team Melli defeated The Samurai Blue of Japan 2 - 1 to advance to the semi-finals of the 2023 AFC Asian Cup. A tidy finish by Mohammad Mohebi and a stoppage penalty from Alireza Jahanbakhsh meant Iran will face Qatar on February 7th. Sina Sadrzadeh,...

    Feb 4, 2024

    1h 08m
34. PREVIEW: IRAN VS. JAPAN | 2023 AFC Asian Cup

    Team Melli were victorious over Syria after winning 5 - 3 (1 - 1) on penalties meant they advance to the quarter-finals of the 2023 AFC Asian Cup where they will face Japan on February 3rd. Host Sina Sadrzadeh with panelists Daniel Kayal and Erfan Hoseiny analyse the Iran victory over Syria, and...

    Feb 1, 2024

    1h 03m
35. Analysis: Iran 2 - 1 UAE | Preview: Iran vs. Syria | 2023 AFC Asian Cup

    Team Melli advance to the knockout stages of the 2023 AFC Asian Cup where they will face Syria in the Round of 16 on January 31st. Host Arya Allahverdi with panelists Arya Nourizadeh and special guest Benjamin Nassiri analyse Iran's 2 - 1 victory over UAE which meant they topped Group C, goals...

    Jan 27, 2024

    48m
36. Analysis: Iran 1 - 0 Hong Kong | 2023 AFC Asian Cup

    Team Melli defeats Hong Kong for the second time in three months and advances to the 2023 AFC Asian Cup knockout stage, but why did it feel more like a defeat? Host Samson Tamijani is joined by panelists Pezhman Pars and Sahand Salari who break down why the team performed badly and what can turn...

    Jan 20, 2024

    49m
37. Analysis: Iran 4 - 1 Palestine | 2023 AFC Asian Cup

    Iran won their first match at the 2023 AFC Asian Cup 4 - 1 against Palestine. Goals coming from Karim Ansarifard, Shoja Khalilzadeh, Mehdi Ghayedi and Sardar Azmoun. In this episode we analyse Iran's victory with special guest Steven Beitashour joining the panel. We also preview Team Melli's 2nd...

    Jan 17, 2024

    55m
38. 2023 AFC Asian Cup PREVIEW

    Preview of the 2023 AFC Asian Cup, Iran are in Group C with Palestine, Hong Kong and UAE. We discuss the 26-man squad list called up by Amir Ghalenoei, and analyse the friendly match against Burkina Faso which ended 2 - 1 in favour of Team Melli, goals coming from Mehdi Taremi and Omid Ebrahimi....

    Jan 9, 2024

    1h 18m
39. Melika Mohammadi 2000 - 2023

    Gol Bezan remembers Melika Mohammadi, who was in the middle of a legendary career for women's football in Iran when she tragically died December 23 in a car crash that injured two teammates. We also discuss the latest in Team Melli player transfer rumors, assess legionnaire performances, and the...

    Dec 27, 2023

    53m
40. Analysis: Iran 2 - 2 Uzbekistan

    In this episode we analyse Iran's first two 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers against Hong Kong & Uzbekistan which ended 4 - 0 and 2 - 2, respectively. 00:00 - Intro 01:24 - Analysis: Iran 4 - 0 Hong Kong 06:15 - Player selection 07:20 - Amir Ghalenoei decisions 09:12 - Young players playing time...

    Nov 23, 2023

    51m
41. Preview: Iran vs. Hong Kong & Uzbekistan | U17 World Cup Performances

    In this episode we preview Iran's first 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers against Hong Kong & Uzbekistan as well as the Team Melli squad list selected by Amir Ghalenoei. We also discuss Iran U17s performances so far at the 2023 FIFA U17 World Cup. 00:00 - Intro 01:50 - Playing the same teams 02:45 -...

    Nov 15, 2023

    44m
42. Analysis: Iran 3 - 1 Jordan | Iran 4 - 0 Qatar

    In this episode of Gol Bezan we analyse the two October friendlies matches against Jordan and Qatar which Team Melli won 3 - 1 and 4 - 0, respectively. We speak about the individual performances and what these wins mean for preparation for the 2023 Asian Cup. Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 00:49…

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    Oct 22, 2023

    35m
43. Iran vs. Jordan Friendly Tournament PREVIEW | AFC Champions League Controversy

    Gol Bezan returns with a preview of Iran vs. Jordan as the guys discuss the squad list called up Amir Ghalenoei. The winner of the match will face the winner or Iraq vs. Qatar. We also cover the latest in the AFC Champions League as well as other news surrounding Team Melli and Iranian football....

    Oct 12, 2023

    46m
44. September Friendlies | Summer Transfers Review

    The boys review Iran's successful friendly in Bulgaria, preview Tuesday's home match against Angola, and discuss what went right and wrong with Iranian legionnaires in Europe during this summer's transfer window. A deep dive into all of this and much more, hope you enjoy! Chapters: 00:00 - Intro...

    Sep 11, 2023

    54m
45. Iranian Domestic Football 2022-23 Review | Persian Gulf Pro League, Hazfi Cup, AFC Champions League

    Host Arya Allahverdi with panelists Erfan Hoseiny and Sina Saemian discuss and review with 2022-23 Iranian domestic football season as Persepolis become champions of the Persian Gulf Pro League for the 15th time in their history, and they also did the double by lifting the 2022-23 Hazfi Cup....

    Jun 5, 2023

    51m
46. UAE, Hong Kong, Palestine - Group C Opponents Insight | 2023 AFC Asian Cup Draw

    Host Arya Allahverdi speaks to experts from Iran's opponents in the 2022 AFC Asian Cup Group C - UAE, Hong Kong & Palestine. Our 3 special guests for this episode are Bassil Mikdadi of https://footballpalestine.com; John McAuley of https://thenationalnews.com/sport; and the founder of...

    May 25, 2023

    45m
47. Group C: IRAN with UAE, HONG KONG, PALESTINE | 2023 AFC Asian Cup Draw

    Host Samson Tamijani with panalists Arya Allahverdi & Daniel Kayal were joined by special guest Martin Lowe, an Asian football writer for The Asian Game to analyse Iran's group at the 2023 AFC Asian Cup with UAE, Hong Kong & Palestine. Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 02:36 - Paya Pichkah interview 03:36…

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    May 16, 2023

    59m
48. Interview: Paya Pichkah

    Host Arya Allahverdi interviews 23 year old GIF Sundsvall midfielder Paya Pichkah. Pichkah is a former Swedish youth national team player and has played over 1000 minutes in the Allsvenskan. Born in Iran, he moved to Sweden when he was 11 years old, we speak about his early days playing football,...

    May 5, 2023

    27m
49. Analysis: Iran 1 - 1 Russia | Iran 2 - 1 Kenya

    Host Samson Tamijani with panelists Sina Saemian and Arya Allahverdi discuss and analyse Team Melli's two March friendly matches against Russia and Kenya. A 1 - 1 draw at Azadi Stadium against Sbornaya and a 2 - 1 victory over the Harambe Stars. We also speak about the individual player...

    Apr 4, 2023

    1h 11m
50. Highlights: Iran 1 - 1 Russia | Preview: Iran vs. Kenya

    Highlights of Iran 1 - 1 Russia at Azadi Stadium, goals coming from Anton Miranchuk and Mehdi Taremi, both from the penalty spot. Previewing Iran vs. Kenya on March 28th at Azadi Stadium (see times below) host Arya Allahverdi speaks with Kenyan sports journalist Eric Njiru of...

    Mar 25, 2023

    18m