[1] German magazine 11 Freunde has described it as "the best football academy" in Iran, and unique in terms of being dedicated to "sustainable, conceptual youth work".

[1] The club follows the TSG 1899 Hoffenheim-model, i.e. starting at grassroots-level before developing into a team that can enter the professional leagues.

[2] Each year, the club scouts more than a thousand players from all across the country and after trials, only retains top 25 talents.

[3] KIA has shown remarkable results since its foundation and frequently travels to Europe in order to play against renowned opponents.

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