
Iran’s Soccer Team Faces Unprecedented Hurdles in Tijuana
Despite visa rejections, U.S. travel restrictions and a forced relocation, Iran’s national team trains under heavy guard while fans from across the United States rally behind them.
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Despite visa rejections, U.S. travel restrictions and a forced relocation, Iran’s national team trains under heavy guard while fans from across the United States rally behind them.

Despite visa denials and travel restrictions, Iran’s World Cup contingent has taken up residence at a Marriott in Tijuana, where a vibrant community of supporters from Los Angeles, San Jose, Miami and beyond gathers to cheer them on.

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After a forced early departure from Los Angeles, Iran’s national team confronts a cascade of visa rejections, a relocated base camp, and criticism from captain Mehdi Taremi over insufficient support.

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Despite visa complications and demonstrations, Iran's national football squad arrives in the United States for the World Cup, riding the wave of a newly announced peace agreement and a coach's hope for unity.