“Playing for the U23 national team and representing Iran is a great honor for me,” he told the Football Federation’s media team. “I hope to give my best and help bring pride to the country.”

Reflecting on the team's group stage rivals — Guam, Hong Kong, and the UAE — for the upcoming AFC U23 Asian Cup qualifiers, Hosseinnezhad added:
"There are no weak or easy games at the international level. Every opponent is tough and every match is crucial. Teams are now well-prepared and organized, which makes our task more challenging. We respect all our opponents and will head to Abu Dhabi fully focused on securing positive results."

On the appointment of Omidreza Ravankhah as head coach, he commented:
"Coach Ravankhah is a knowledgeable and modern coach who really supports young players. His appointment was a smart decision, and I’m optimistic that we’ll achieve great things together with him at the helm."