A White House official confirmed Iranian players have received US visas just 10 days before their World Cup match. The team, which had to relocate training due to visa delays, will now compete in Group E against New Zealand, Belgium, and Egypt.

Iran's World Cup participation is uncertain due to unresolved US visa applications for its delegation. Despite relocating training base to Mexico and strong on-field form, the team faces potential exclusion if visas are denied, impacting Group G.

Iran’s national team opens up about preparing for the 2026 World Cup in the US while at war with the host country, with midfielder Saeid Ezatolahi admitting the constant news from home makes it 'not easy' to focus on football.

Iran’s third-highest goalscorer, Sardar Azmoun, is excluded from the final 26-man World Cup squad after a social media post with a UAE ruler sparked political backlash, casting a shadow over Team Melli’s Group G campaign.

Iran's football team heads to the 2026 World Cup in the US without star striker Sardar Azmoun, excluded over a photo with Dubai's ruler. The decision is seen as political reprisal, not tactical.

FIFA may ban the Lion and Sun flag from World Cup 2026 stadiums, sparking a legal challenge. The emblem symbolizes opposition and diaspora identity. The controversy adds to geopolitical tensions as Iran plays in Los Angeles.

Iran's football team will be based in Tijuana, Mexico, for the 2026 World Cup, commuting to matches in the US after Washington refused visas and security assurances, confirmed by Iran Football Federation President Mehdi Taj and approved by FIFA.

Iran's football team will relocate its 2026 World Cup base from Arizona to Tijuana, Mexico. The Iran Football Federation cites security concerns from Middle East conflict and potential visa problems. FIFA hasn't confirmed the change.

FIFA reportedly approved Iran's request to relocate its 2026 World Cup training base from Tucson, Arizona to Tijuana, Mexico due to geopolitical tensions, visa issues, and security concerns.

Iran moved its 2026 World Cup base from Tucson, Arizona to Tijuana, Mexico due to security fears and visa issues from US-Israel war on Iran. FIFA approved. Team will avoid US soil but remain near venues.

FIFA will enforce a ban on the pre-revolutionary Iranian flag (Lion and Sun) at the 2026 World Cup in the US, Canada, and Mexico, repeating the same policy from the 2022 tournament.

Mohamed Salah will captain Egypt at the 2026 World Cup. The 33-year-old Liverpool star leads a 27-man squad including uncapped 18-year-old Hamza Abdelkarim.

Iran's national football team traveled to Turkey to apply for U.S. and Canadian visas for the 2026 World Cup, as all group matches are in the U.S. amid political tensions.