
Iran’s World Cup Squad Navigates Visa Hurdles and Political Tensions Ahead of Tournament
Iran's national football team faces visa delays, a relocated training base and geopolitical pressure as they gear up for World Cup matches in the United States.
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Iran's national football team faces visa delays, a relocated training base and geopolitical pressure as they gear up for World Cup matches in the United States.

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A complex visa saga, a shifted training base and high‑profile political commentary surround Iran's participation in the upcoming World Cup.

The Iranian national football team is set to depart Turkey for a training base in Mexico as it contends with U.S. visa delays, a reshaped schedule and outspoken political criticism.

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