Iran's World Cup team lands in Mexico amid US visa row
The Iranian national football team has arrived in Mexico ahead of the 2026 World Cup amid visa disputes with the US. US officials have denied entry to several Iranian officials, citing security concerns regarding the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps.
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Share Save Add as preferred on Google Tom McArthur AFP via Getty Images Iran players Omid Norafkan and Saman Ghoddos celebrate after a qualifying match in 2025 Iran s Fifa World Cup 2026 football team have landed in Mexico amid an ongoing row over visas and access to the stadiums in the US where they are to play.
Reports on the conflict between US visa policy and Iranian sports participation, citing both sides.
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