At a time when Iranian futsal is attracting unprecedented global attention, a familiar name has once again taken center stage. Hossein Tayebi, the decorated captain of Iran’s national futsal team, has been nominated for the Best Futsal Player of the World award by the renowned Futsal Planet website for the fifth time in his professional career, a testament to his consistency and elite performance on the international stage.

The nomination reflects more than a moment of recognition; it highlights the sustained brilliance of a player who has remained among the world’s best across multiple generations of competition. The Mashhad-born captain has long been one of the unquestioned pillars of Iran’s national team, renowned for his powerful shooting, tactical intelligence and decisive goals in major tournaments.

Tayebi’s individual record in Asia is particularly remarkable. He has claimed the top scorer title at the AFC Futsal Championship on multiple occasions and played a pivotal role in Iran’s success at several AFC Futsal Asian Cups, consistently delivering outstanding goal-scoring performances when it mattered most.

Beyond the national team, Tayebi has also built an impressive club career, including experience in foreign leagues and recognition as a leading forward in prestigious international tournaments. These achievements have helped shape his career into a truly global journey, earning respect well beyond Asia.

This latest nomination, added to his previous appearances on the shortlist in 2017, 2018, 2021 and 2022, reinforces the belief that Tayebi remains at his peak not only as a technically gifted player, but also as a symbol of consistency, passion and unwavering commitment to futsal.

As Iranian fans eagerly await the final outcome, hopes are high that the seasoned captain can once again bring individual glory to Iran. Yet beyond personal honors, Iranian futsal, led by stars such as Tayebi, remains focused on a greater national objective: defending its continental supremacy at the 2026 competitions, relying on players who give everything for the national jersey.