The Iran national football team has arrived in the United States, and players, including Mehdi Taremi, have reported feeling the tension from visa issues. This trip marks their first time in the U.S. ahead of the 2026 World Cup, and Taremi noted that the atmosphere is different from previous tournaments. Head coach Amir Ghalenoei emphasized that relocating their training base from Tucson, Arizona, to Tijuana, Mexico, has impacted the team's technical focus. Eleven members of the party are still awaiting visa approval, affecting team morale. Taremi also referenced the visa issues faced by referees, stating that such matters diminish the joy and peace expected before the tournament. The Iran national football team remains hopeful that all members will gain access to the U.S., and this issue is being pursued with FIFA. Meanwhile, some supporters plan to display pre-revolutionary flags in the stadium as a political statement. Ghalenoei stated that his team would not pay attention to political matters and would focus solely on playing a high-quality match.