
Iran’s World Cup Base Camp Relocated to Tijuana Amid U.S. Tensions
The Iranian squad has shifted its training base from Tucson to Tijuana, navigating security concerns, visa hurdles and diplomatic pressure while preparing for upcoming matches.
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The Iranian squad has shifted its training base from Tucson to Tijuana, navigating security concerns, visa hurdles and diplomatic pressure while preparing for upcoming matches.

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The Iranian national soccer team has shifted its World Cup preparation from Arizona to Tijuana, Mexico, citing security concerns and regional conflict, with the change endorsed by Iran Football Federation President Mehdi Taj.

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Facing visa hurdles and safety worries, Iran's national team has moved its preparation camp from the United States to Mexico, setting up in Tijuana close to Inglewood where they will contest their World Cup fixtures.

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The Iranian federation moved its preparation base from the United States to Mexico to address security and visa issues, securing FIFA’s approval and establishing a new facility in Tijuana.

The Iranian national team has moved its preparation camp from Tucson to Tijuana, seeking safer entry routes for the upcoming tournament.

Facing visa uncertainties, Iran’s national team will train in Tijuana, Mexico, before heading to the United States for its first Group G fixtures.

Iran's national soccer team has moved its World Cup preparation from the United States to Mexico, establishing a new base in Tijuana. The decision, backed by FIFA, aims to resolve visa complications and enhance logistical readiness for upcoming matches.

Iran's World Cup squad relocates its training base to Tijuana after FIFA's approval, aiming to sidestep visa and security hurdles ahead of group‑stage matches in Inglewood and Seattle.

The Iranian squad has moved its preparation camp from the United States to Tijuana, Mexico, to bypass visa complications and diplomatic constraints tied to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.

Following security concerns and visa hurdles, Iran's national football team will train in Tijuana, Mexico, after FIFA green‑lighted the shift, with matches scheduled in Inglewood and Seattle.

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The Iran Football Federation has shifted its World Cup training base from the United States to Mexico, a decision endorsed by FIFA and driven by security and visa considerations. The team will now base itself in Tijuana and is set to play group matches in the U.S. against New Zealand, Belgium and Egypt.

The Iranian national soccer team will relocate its World Cup training base from the United States to Mexico, a move approved by FIFA after weeks of visa negotiations and political pressure.