Iran’s envoy blasts ‘pseudo-VAR’ after World Cup exit
TL;DR
Iran’s ambassador to Mexico criticized what he called ‘pseudo-VAR’ decisions that affected Iran’s World Cup fate, praising the players’ resolve while noting visa and travel hurdles tied to U.S. restrictions amid broader tensions; Iran was eliminated after a late Algeria goal and an Austria equalizer, ending a campaign shaped by political complications alongside the on-field results.
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