Kambiz Atabay: The Visionary Leader Who Elevated Iranian Football

Kambiz Atabay passed away at the age of eighty-six, leaving behind a legacy defined by vision, order, and professionalism. His life was a bridge between the monarchy’s modernizing ambitions and the grassroots passion of Iranian football. Though his era was marked by privilege and power, his achievements in sport transcended politics, giving Iran its proudest footballing moments.