FFIRI Has Close interaction with AFC: Nabi

Nabi said the federation has abided by its statutes and that incorrect information had been given to the AFC.

"The Iranian Football Federation has always had close interaction and communication with the Asian Football Confederation, and the exchange of letters or emails about formalities and administrative mechanisms are quite normal in this regard,” Nabi said.

“Unfortunately, there have been misconducts inside the country that do not take into account the interests and position of the country's football with specific purposes.

"With a history of about five years as secretary general of the federation, as well as the communications and chairs I have had in the AFC, I have witnessed many different legal disagreements and interpretations on various issues, but it is unfortunate that in such a case I see the most detailed correspondence.

“This is a bitter incident that has caused the Iranian Football Federation to face unusual and incorrect controversies and behaviors in international negotiations and correspondence.

"The presence and activity of every Iranian in the various departments and committees of the AFC is a source of pride, and we have a very good relationship with the various committees of the Confederation, including the department of AFC member federations.

“In this regard, the federation has acted in accordance with the rules and regulations of the statute,” he concluded.