News ID: 587

Date: 21 January 2026 - 21:38

Financial Managers of Pro League and League One Clubs Attend Online Licensing Workshop

According to the official website of the Football Federation, the workshop provided a comprehensive overview of the financial criteria outlined in the Club Licensing Regulations, along with detailed explanations of the documents and supporting evidence clubs are required to submit as part of the licensing process.

During the session, Mostafa Zarei, Head of the Club Licensing Department, presented an analytical report on the financial performance of Iranian football clubs over the past three years. His presentation addressed key indicators such as equity rights, accumulated losses, and overall financial health within the domestic club system.

A significant portion of the workshop was dedicated to explaining the **Disciplinary, Transparency, and Financial Stability Regulations (Financial Fair Play Directive)**, which were approved on 30 Dey 1404 (January 19, 2026) during the 33rd General Assembly of the Football Federation. Under these regulations, clubs are required, within a five-year timeframe, to achieve positive equity, eliminate accumulated losses, reduce dependency on parent or holding company revenues, and align expenditures with their actual operating income while safeguarding the long-term interests of football.

The directive further emphasizes revenue diversification as a strategic priority, enabling clubs to enhance financial independence and stability. Federation officials stressed that adherence to these principles is essential not only for licensing compliance but also for the sustainable development of Iranian professional football.