The Iran national football team is facing challenges due to visa issues ahead of the 2026 World Cup. Fifteen members of the Iranian football federation have been denied U.S. visas, disrupting the team's preparations. Mahdi Mohammad Nabi, the team supervisor, described this as a serious obstacle to the team's readiness. He also referenced FIFA's promises and called for their implementation. According to Nabi, FIFA must adhere to its regulations and protocols, and these issues need to be resolved promptly. This situation not only affects the Iran national team but also raises serious questions about the organization of the 2026 World Cup. While the U.S. has denied visas for security reasons, the Iran national team hopes these problems will be resolved soon.
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Iran national football team criticizes visa issues ahead of World Cup
The Iran national football team criticizes visa issues and calls for FIFA to fulfill its promises.
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