Tehran (IP) - The Leader of Iran's Islamic Revolution has extended his congratulations on Iran’s national volleyball team’s victory in FIVB Men’s U21 Volleyball World Championship.

Iran PressIran News: In a message on Monday, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei congratulated the recent victory of the world title by Iran's under-21 national volleyball team.

"Dear young volleyball champions,"

You brought joy and happiness to the hearts of the nation with your good effort in playing the match. Thank you," the Leader message reads.

Earlier In a message, Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi congratulated the young Iranian volleyball players on becoming world champion.

Raeisi expressed gratitude to the young Iranian volleyball players for bringing joy and happiness to the Iranian nation after winning the world title.

"The commanding, hopeful and undefeated victory of our country's under-21 national volleyball team in the world championship competition in Manama was achieved after displaying the capabilities and talent of our country's youth. It became a source of joy and happiness for our dear people," President Raisi said in his massage. 

"I congratulate the honorable Iranian nation on this valuable achievement. I sincerely appreciate all the coaches and everyone in the national volleyball team, especially our country's competent youth who increased Iran's prestige after hoisting the holy flag of the Islamic Republic at the top of the world. May God Almighty continue their victories in other sports competitions," he added.

Iran had beaten Italy on Sunday to win the title of the Men's U21 World Championship 2023.

The Iranian U-21 volleyball team managed to win Italy 3-2 (25-21, 23-25, 23-25, 25-16 and 15-9).

The 2023 FIVB Volleyball Men's U21 World Championship was held in Manama, Bahrain, on July 7-16. Iran remained undefeated after securing eight consecutive victories over their opponents.

Iran's national youth volleyball team won the world championship with eight consecutive victories and stood on the first podium for the second time.

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