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Spanish Squad’s Chattanooga Camp Ignites Nostalgia

The Spanish national team's preparation for the FIFA World Cup at Baylor School has turned Chattanooga into a crossroads of past and present, stirring memories of legendary figures and the city's own athletic lineage.

Jun 6, 2026

Iran’s World Cup squad navigates visa hurdles as it heads to Mexico

The Iranian national football team departed Turkey for Mexico ahead of the World Cup, confronting a cascade of visa issues, a relocated training base, and diplomatic protests while gearing up for games against New Zealand, Belgium and a possible showdown with the United States.

Jun 6, 2026

U.S. Grants Visas to Iran’s World Cup Squad Amid Staff Entry Dispute

The United States has approved visas for Iran’s national football team for the 2026 World Cup, but the approval is marred by the denial of entry to several essential staff members, a move that has sparked criticism from Tehran and raised questions about the team’s preparations.

Jun 6, 2026

Iran’s World Cup Team Secures U.S. Visas Amid Geopolitical Turbulence

Despite former President Donald Trump’s opposition and visa hurdles, Iran’s national soccer team has received clearance to travel to the United States for the tournament’s early games, with players and staff now based in Tijuana and set to compete in Inglewood and other California venues.

Jun 5, 2026