{"id":7127,"date":"2024-11-17T17:42:31","date_gmt":"2024-11-17T14:12:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/en.hamsonews.com\/fifa-president-highlights-football-field-in-northern-iranian-village\/"},"modified":"2024-11-17T17:42:31","modified_gmt":"2024-11-17T14:12:31","slug":"fifa-president-highlights-football-field-in-northern-iranian-village","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hamsonews.com\/en\/fifa-president-highlights-football-field-in-northern-iranian-village\/","title":{"rendered":"FIFA president highlights football field in northern Iranian village"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<br \/><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en.hamsonews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/5252070.jpg\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"item-text\">\n<p class=\"summary\">TEHRAN &#8211; FIFA President Gianni Infantino has spotlighted a humble yet spirited village football field in Iran, capturing the hearts of football enthusiasts worldwide.<\/p>\n<p>Infantino on Saturday shared a photograph of the field in Lialeman, a village near Lahijan in Iran\u2019s northern Gilan province, on his official Instagram page.<\/p>\n<p>The image, taken by Iranian photographer Mehrdad Gerami, portrays a simple yet vibrant football pitch embraced by the local community.<\/p>\n<p>Accompanying the photo, Infantino wrote: \u201cIR Iran loves football, and this pitch in a village near Lahijan, Gilan, captured wonderfully by Mehrdad Gerami, is a fitting representation of their passion for our beautiful game. Football is for everyone, everywhere.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The post reflects the universal appeal of football and its power to transcend borders, uniting communities of all sizes.<\/p>\n<p>Infantino\u2019s acknowledgment shines a light on popular football in Iran, where passion for the sport runs deep, even in remote areas. His post has drawn widespread attention to the attractiveness of football as a game, reaching beyond stadiums and leagues to celebrate its essence in the lives of everyday people.<\/p>\n<p>Nestled in the lush green landscapes of Gilan province, Lahijan, often called the \u201cBride of Iran\u2019s Cities,\u201d is a captivating travel destination in northern Iran. Known for its breathtaking natural beauty, historical charm, and rich culture, Lahijan draws visitors year-round.<\/p>\n<p>One of Lahijan\u2019s iconic attractions is Sheytan Kuh (Devil\u2019s Mountain), a verdant hill offering panoramic views of the city. At its foot lies a tranquil artificial lake and a cascading waterfall, perfect for a leisurely stroll or a picnic. Nearby, the Lahijan Tea Museum showcases the region\u2019s vital role as the cradle of Iran\u2019s tea industry, where visitors can learn about the history and enjoy a cup of freshly brewed tea.<\/p>\n<p>The city\u2019s old bazaar is a vibrant hub filled with local crafts, traditional snacks, and the famous Lahijan cookies, a must-try treat. For nature enthusiasts, the surrounding tea plantations and the Deylaman Plateau offer serene escapes into Gilan\u2019s lush countryside.<\/p>\n<p>Located just 45 kilometers from Rasht, the provincial capital, Lahijan combines easy access with a distinct cultural identity, making it a top destination for travelers seeking a mix of history, natural beauty, and authentic Iranian hospitality.<\/p>\n<p>AM<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tehrantimes.com\/news\/506388\/FIFA-president-highlights-football-field-in-northern-Iranian\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>TEHRAN &#8211; FIFA President Gianni Infantino has spotlighted a humble yet spirited village football field in Iran, capturing the hearts of football enthusiasts worldwide. Infantino on Saturday shared a photograph of the field in Lialeman, a village near Lahijan in Iran\u2019s northern Gilan province, on his official Instagram page. The image, taken by Iranian photographer &hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":7128,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[392,2069,1828,2074,2070,1051,2072,2075,2076,2077,2073,2071,113,117,586],"class_list":["post-7127","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-news","tag-caspian-sea","tag-fifa","tag-football","tag-football-field","tag-gianni-infantino","tag-gilan-province","tag-lahijan","tag-lialeman","tag-mehrdad-gerami","tag-photographer","tag-rasht","tag-succer","tag-tourism","tag-travel","tag-village"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/hamsonews.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7127","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/hamsonews.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/hamsonews.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/hamsonews.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/hamsonews.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=7127"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/hamsonews.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7127\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/hamsonews.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/7128"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/hamsonews.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=7127"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/hamsonews.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=7127"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/hamsonews.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=7127"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}