Malavan’s girls

Mohammadali Najib

Malavan’s girls

Relegation of Malavan men’s football team from Iran pro League and its consequent crisis triggered rumors about the club cost cutting. “When a vessel is trapped in the storm, it will discharge its load” said the CEO of Malavan Club after a critical interview done by one of the players of Malavan Women’s team.

Finally, in July 29, 2016, the winding-up of the most honorable women’s football team of Iran was officially announced.

Now, after two years, Malavan women’s team has returned to Iran’s football. Many of the former players have returned to Anzali to company their team.

By: Mohammad/Podium Photos

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Arisa roodbari, 23, is Iranian-Japanese. She came to Iran 6 months ago. Formerly, she played for Japanese local teams. She has been chosen as a palyer for Malavan.

Raha Yazdani, 30, has been playing football for 4 years. She served as a forward and midfielder in Zob Ahan and Shahrdary clubs. However, she serves as a goalkeeper in the new round of Malavan preparation.

Maryam irandoost, 39, has been serving both as a player and a coach for 14 years. For the past two years she played for a Turkish team and she is back to Malavan.