The Iranians will play against the Scorpions in a warm up match on 29th May 2026 Antalya in Turkey.
Iran Football Federation (FFIRI) will cover all expenses of Gambian delegation to Turkey, including flights, accommodation, and local transportation and training facilities.
Iran Football Federation is also working to finalise a closed-door friendly against Puerto Rico and has held discussions with Poland.
The Iranians will use their international friendly matches against The Gambia and Puerto Rico to prepare themselves fit enough for the 2026 World Cup to be co-hosted in United States of America (USA), Canada and Mexico.
The Gambia will play against Sierra Leone and Guinea Bissau in international friendly matches next month at the Independence Stadium in Bakau.
The Scorpions, who failed to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, will use their international friendly matches against Sierra Leone and Guinea Bissau to prepare themselves set for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.
