Iran: Football fans to protest outside Ministry of Sport and Youth in Tehran Oct. 27

Event

Football fans plan to protest outside the Ministry of Sport and Youth in Tehran from 11:00 Oct. 27 against the alleged poor management of Persepolis Football Club. Protesters are demanding that authorities appoint a new CEO and allocate more funds. Dozens to hundreds of individuals could attend the demonstration.

Authorities will likely increase security to monitor the event. Large numbers of protesters will probably cause localized transport disruptions near the Ministry of Sport and Youth through the afternoon of Oct. 27. Clashes are possible if demonstrators are overly disruptive or if they ignore police orders to disperse.

Advice

Avoid the protest due to the potential for clashes. Heed the advice of security personnel. Allow additional time if traveling through the affected area Oct. 27.