Iran Soccer Team Faces World Cup Uncertainty After US Denies Staff Visas

Visa Disputes and Diplomatic Tensions

Iran’s national soccer team embarked on a 40-hour journey from Turkey to Tijuana, Mexico, on June 6, 2026, amid a diplomatic standoff over U.S. visa denials for key staff, according to The New York Times and CBS News. The squad, preparing for the World Cup co-hosted by the U.S., faces uncertainty after 13 members, including … Read more