News ID: 451

Date: 31 July 2025 - 13:19

Russia’s Beach Soccer Federation taps Iran’s top referee

Hesam Arab Invited to Officiate at IV Moscow International Beach Soccer Cup

Iran’s Glassapūsh Yazd, last season’s Iranian Premier League champion, will represent the country alongside seven of the world’s best beach soccer clubs and the host national team. This marks Arab’s third consecutive appointment to this prestigious global club competition.

The eight teams have been drawn into two groups:

• Group A
– Lokomotiv Moscow (RUS)
– TSOR Minsk (BLR)
– Malaisary (KAZ)
– Al-Mahmal Club (KSA)

• Group B
– Corinthians (BRA)
– Russia National Beach Soccer Team (RUS)
– Glassapūsh Yazd (IRN)
– Strogino Moscow (RUS)

Arab’s repeated selection underscores his rising stature in the international beach soccer community. His performances will be monitored under the supervision of Beach Soccer Worldwide, ensuring the highest refereeing standards throughout the tournament.