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Gary Lineker Says Iran Have Been 'Treated Very Unfairly' at the 2026 World Cup

Gary Lineker criticises the visa restrictions forcing Iran to base in Mexico during the 2026 World Cup, highlighting travel challenges and calling for fair treatment.

International Business Times UK

US eases restrictions on Iranian national football team allowing travel two days before next match

The US Department of Homeland Security says it had always intended on easing restrictions on the Iranian team after ensuring that safety protocols were up to order.

Euronews

Iran’s Beiranvand denies 10-man Belgium in World Cup draw as Nathan Ngoy sees red

Iran had a goal disallowed for offside while battling to a 0-0 draw with 10-man Belgium, with Alireza Beiranvand saving brilliantly from Maxim De Cuyper

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Belgium v Iran LIVE: Red Devils held by Iran after Nathan Ngoy red card and Alireza Beiranvand heroics

Alireza Beiranvand denied Maxim De Cuyper from barely four yards to leave the Red Devils with just two points from two games in Group G

The Independent UK

FIFA World Cup 2026: Only half training time, says Iran coach as he slams preparation restrictions before Belgium clash

Iran's football coach, Amir Ghalenoei, has voiced frustration over the challenging travel and preparation conditions for his team ahead of their World Cup match against Belgium. He highlighted inconsistent US entry policies that limited training time, contrasting it with Belgium's smoother arrangements. While acknowledging FIFA's efforts, Ghalenoei questioned why logistical…

The Economic Times

Iran coach questions US officials’ inconsistency as training for World Cup clash with Belgium cut short

The US administration’s handling of the Iranian football team has repeatedly come under scrutiny

The Independent UK

World Cup 2026: Egypt manager denies Salah rift; Spain screening scrapped due to Madrid heat – as it happened

Sunday’s World Cup news included denials of a rift in the Egypt dressing room and a match viewing cancelled in Spain

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FIFA World Cup 2026: Iran coach says team still faces unfair treatment from US ahead of second match

Iran's coach Amir Ghalenoei expressed frustration over travel restrictions and visa issues imposed by the US at the World Cup, impacting his team's preparation. Despite these challenges, he remains optimistic FIFA will intervene. Ghalenoei highlighted the team's dedication to their nation and appealed for fair treatment, emphasizing football should remain…

The Economic Times

Belgium vs. Iran—World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

Belgium and Iran were forced to accept draws in their opening matches in Group G.

Sports Illustrated

Iran to lodge complaint over United States travel restrictions at World Cup

The Iranian team have been forced to set up their base in Mexico despite playing all their group games in the United States

The Independent UK

US official says Iran knew team would have to leave the country shortly after World Cup match

The Trump administration is pushing back on complaints from Iran’s national team that it was forced to leave the U.S. immediately after its first World Cup match instead of having a day to recover in a hotel, saying that was the plan for the team all along

The Independent UK

Iran ‘Tired’ of Treatment at 2026 World Cup, Call on FIFA for More Support

With strict travel in and out of the United States, Iran has to stay in Mexico.

Sports Illustrated

White House Hails Iran's World Cup Entry as a 'Goodwill Gesture'; Coach Says Team Was Ordered Out of U.S. After Opener

Iran's original base camp in Arizona was relocated to Mexico after uncertainty surrounding visas and security arrangements

Latin Times

Iran coach says team ‘most oppressed’ in World Cup, forced to leave Los Angeles amidst alleged visa and immigration chaos

"After the game today they said to us, ‘You have to leave immediately"."

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Iran coach calls team World Cup's 'most oppressed' after rushed departure from US

Amir Ghalenoei said his side was ordered to fly back to Tijuana hours after Monday's 2-2 draw with New Zealand, while captain Mehdi Taremi called it "a disaster for us," adding that the team's "goal and wish is to pursue peace and happiness".

The Economic Times

'Don't know why we are being sent back': Iran coach Amir Ghalenoei upset after team asked to leave US immediately after FIFA World Cup 2026 opener

Iran's FIFA World Cup 2026 journey started with a 2-2 draw against New Zealand. However, the team faced immediate travel disruptions. Coach Amir Ghalenoei expressed disappointment over being asked to leave the United States immediately after the match. Captain Mehdi Taremi also highlighted visa problems affecting the delegation. These issues…

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026: Iranians up at dawn to cheer their team

Tehran residents gathered in cafes to watch Iran's World Cup match against New Zealand. Despite the early morning kick-off, fans showed excitement for their team. The game unfolded amidst political tensions and a recent agreement between Iran and the United States. The team's performance, marked by a draw, brought cheers.…

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SOC:Irani soccer team ordered out of US at World Cup: Coach

The Iranian soccer team has been ordered out of the United States after opening their World Cup campaign in Los Angeles, says the team's coach.

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‘Our team is the most oppressed’: Iran coach hits out at Fifa and US over treatment

Amir Ghalenoei, the Iran head coach, has claimed his team was told to ‘leave immediately’ after their draw against New Zealand

Bangkok Post

Spain held by tiny Cape Verde at World Cup as Iran make bow

LOS ANGELES (UNITED STATES) - European champions Spain were held to a shock 0-0 draw by tiny World Cup debutants Cape Verde on Monday as Iran prepared to make their long-awaited entrance at the tournament after a build-up engulfed by uncertainty.

International Business Times UK

'I Hope They Will Pray For Us.': Frustrated Iran Team Makes Emotional Appeal Before World Cup Opener

Iran's World Cup opener against New Zealand is overshadowed by tensions linked to US-Iran conflict, affecting team preparations and atmosphere.

The Independent UK

The surreal possibility hanging over Iran’s perilous World Cup campaign

WORLD CUP 2026: The hard truth is worth repeating: it is the first time in the World Cup’s 96-year history that a competing nation is at war with a host. Protests are planned at Iran’s opening game in Los Angeles against New Zealand on Monday and, as Kieran Jackson explains,…

The National (Scotland)

Iran striker says political tension has undermined World Cup joy

IRAN striker Mehdi Taremi has said political tension because of the conflict with the US has "undermined the joy" of the World Cup.

Bangkok Post

Iran take centre stage at World Cup as Spain make bow

LOS ANGELES - Iran will take centre stage at the World Cup on Monday after arriving in the United States following a build-up shrouded by uncertainty due to war in the Middle East.

The Independent UK

Iranian Americans plan protests and watch parties ahead of team's World Cup opener

Iranian Americans are torn over Iran’s participation in this year’s World Cup

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