Iran fumes over US visa delays as World Cup 2026 squad arrives amid diplomatic row
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Iran's World Cup 2026 squad landed in Mexico amid a visa dispute after the US reportedly refused entry for some support staff. Coach Amir Ghalenoei and captain Ehsan Hajsafi publicly criticised the delays, while Iran's embassy and officials condemned the treatment and FIFA sought a resolution. The team will play group games in the US, highlighting a rare political tension at a host nation’s tournament.
- ‘We are upset’: Iran players hit out at US visa delay after World Cup arrival in Mexico The Guardian
- Iran's World Cup team lands in Mexico amid US visa row BBC
- Iran’s soccer team arrives in Mexico for training ahead of World Cup matches in L.A. Los Angeles Times
- Iran says U.S. has denied visas to key World Cup officials ESPN
- Iran's World Cup team arrive in Tijuana with US tensions high Reuters
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