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2026 FIFA World Cup: Asian and African teams 'offsided' in US even before kickoff
A series of visa denials, delays, and invasive security checks targeting Asian and African teams, officials, and fans ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup smacks of discriminatory treatment and raises questions about the US as host.
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Iran World Cup team will enter, leave US on match days amid visa dispute: Official
Iran’s Ambassador to Mexico says the country’s national football team has been instructed to enter and leave the United States on the same day as its matches during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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Forcing Team Melli to enter, exit US on match day ‘unbelievable, disastrous': Former player
An Iranian football coach and former international player has condemned the politicization of sport by the US government, citing visa obstacles and logistical problems faced by members of Team Melli.
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‘Worst form of political interference’: Iran blasts US over visa denial for World Cup
Iran’s Football Federation has condemned the United States for denying visas to members of the Iranian national team’s support staff ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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US denies visas to Iranian football staff despite hosting duties
The United States has denied visas to several Iranian national football team officials and staff ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup despite its duties as one of the hosts of the global event.
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SPORTS6 DAYS AGO
Iran World Cup squad granted US visas ahead of Los Angeles opener: Report
Iran’s national football team has reportedly been granted visas to enter the United States for the 2026 FIFA World Cup amid uncertainties over the team’s participation in the last weeks.
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2026 FIFA World Cup: Iran football chief warns of 'other decisions' if US visas not issued
Iran's football federation president said Friday that the team will be forced to consider alternative measures if US visas are not issued for players and coaching staff in time for the 2026 World Cup.
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SPORTS8 DAYS AGO
Mexico issues visas for Iran's national football team ahead of 2026 World Cup
The Iranian Ambassador to Turkey says the Mexico visas were issued and delivered to members of the national team within 48 hours.
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    Iran World Cup squad granted US visas ahead of Los Angeles opener: Report