Reaction of Esteghlal futsal players to the attack on Azadi's 12,000-seat hall; Heydarian: I played the best games of my life here

The head coach of the futsal team and the facilities manager of Esteghlal Club, condemning the attack on the 12,000-seat hall of Azadi Stadium, described the act as contrary to human principles and the spirit of sports, and emphasized the solidarity of the people and the sports community in supporting the country.

According to the official website of Esteghlal Club, Mohammad Reza Heydarian, the head coach of Esteghlal's men's futsal team, commenting on the attacks by criminal America and the Zionist regime on the 12,000-seat hall of Azadi Stadium, said: "Watching the ruins of the 12,000-seat Azadi hall was a bitter experience, and when I saw its ruins up close, I was stunned."

He added: "I have very good memories of this sports complex and have played many times with the national futsal team in this hall, achieving many honors."

The former captain of the national futsal team noted: "I played the best games of my futsal life in the 12,000-seat hall, and whenever I took the field in this place, I had great motivation and self-confidence."

Heydarian stated: "It is hard to believe that the enemy would attack a sports complex, but it shows that it adheres to no ethical or human laws."

The head coach of Esteghlal's futsal team continued: "The sports community and all the people of Iran stand like a mountain behind their country and have given a firm response to the enemies."

He said in conclusion: "In these sensitive and important days, like all the noble and beloved people of Iran, I thank my country's armed forces, and by attending nightly gatherings, we are at the forefront in support of these dear ones."

Mohammad Khodadadi, the facilities and futsal organization manager of Esteghlal Club, stated: "The attack by criminal America and the Zionist regime on the 12,000-seat hall of Azadi Stadium is a clear violation of international laws and contrary to the spirit of sports."

He added: "The crimes of Iran's enemies have brought disgust and hatred from the people of the country, and they have shown that they support their system and beloved country as always."

The facilities manager of Esteghlal noted: "The brave people of Iran, by attending gatherings, have displayed scenes of their unity and solidarity, and Esteghlal Club stands alongside them with determination and solidarity, hoping that these days will end with the victory of our dear Iran, God willing."