This is a list of Iranian Hazfi Cup winning football managers. [1]
Bold | = | Still active as manager |
Country | Managers | Total Wins |
---|---|---|
Iran | 17 | 28 |
Croatia | 3 | 4 |
Yugoslavia | 1 | 1 |
Bosnia and Herzegovina | 1 | 1 |
Portugal | 2 | 2 |
Germany | 1 | 1 |
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