Iran vs. Mali Lineups, Score, Live Streaming, TV Channels, How and Where to Watch

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Iran vs. Mali Lineups, Score, Live Streaming, TV Channels, How and Where to Watch

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Farah Ben Gamra | Last updated Jun 4, 2026 9:30 AM ET

Iran face Mali at the Mardan Stadyumu in a behind-closed-doors friendly. For Iran, it’s the final big test before the 2026 World Cup, with head coach Amir Ghalenoei using the game to lock in tactics and settle his starting XI. They had a mixed camp in Antalya, where they lost to Nigeria but bounced back with wins over Costa Rica and The Gambia.

Ieam Melli’s preparation has gone through wider logistical and political complications, with initial plans for a training base in the United States disrupted by visa delays and tensions. As a result, the team is now be based in Mexico ahead of the tournament, commuting across the border for matches.

Iran's national team football players take part in a training session in Antalya on March 30, 2026, on the eve of an international friendly match against Costa Rica. Iran has asked for its matches to be moved from the US to Mexico after Trump warned that the players' "life and safety" would be at risk if they took part. (Photo by Adem ALTAN / AFP via Getty Images)

On the other side, Mali's Eagles arrive in a more unsettled moment, dealing with off-field changes and coaching uncertainty as they go through a transitional phase within their football federation , and they also did not qualify for the World Cup.

Iran vs. Mali Lineups

Iran

Goalkeeper: Beiranvand
Moharrami, Khalilzadeh, Hosseini, Mohammadi
Ezatolahi, Ghoddos
Ghayedi, Jahanbakhsh
Taremi, Ansarifard

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Mali

Goalkeeper: Diarra
Traoré, Niakaté, Moussa Diarra, Sacko
Midfielders: Bissouma, Haidara, Dieng
Doumbia, Touré, Dorgeles

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Iran will be without Sardar Azmoun, who has been left out of the squad despite being a key forward in previous international campaigns.

How to Watch Iran vs. Mali (TV & Streaming)

Kick-off is at 17:30 local time in Türkiye, which is 12:30 p.m. ET/ 9:30 a.m. PT (USA) and 6:30 p.m. CET.

Because the match will be played behind closed doors, it will be broadcast live. However, the official Iranian and Malian football federation channels may release last-minute streaming links, YouTube coverage, or live updates closer to kick-off.

Without a confirmed global TV feed, fans will rely mainly on digital match coverage. Fans can follow live coverage through match centers and score platforms, including Sofascore, Foot Mercato, and beIN Sports Match Center.