Iran Team Voices Frustration Over World Cup Travel Rules, Receives Promised Help from Infantino
TL;DR
Iranian coach Amir Ghalenoei and players Mehdi Taremi and Mohammad Mohebbi criticized FIFA-organized travel and U.S. visa restrictions that forced the team to fly back to their base in Tijuana soon after a 2-2 draw with New Zealand, hindering recovery and preparation; FIFA president Gianni Infantino visited and pledged support, but players said the situation remains unfair and disruptive to their World Cup preparation.
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