The Iran national football team arrived in the US on Sunday for the 2026 World Cup. The team landed at Los Angeles International Airport after a short flight from Tijuana, Mexico, where they had been training for weeks.

What happened?

The Iranian team arrived in Los Angeles under tight security, with police blocking off streets around the hotel where the players are staying.

Why it matters?

This match is taking place amid a backdrop of tension between the US and Iran, which has affected the Iranian team's preparation for the World Cup. Iran relocated its training camp from Arizona to Mexico after joint US-Israeli attacks in February.

What's next?

Iran national team coach Amir Ghalenoei and player Mehdi Taremi are scheduled to attend a press conference on Sunday evening before the match. The match comes as a peace agreement between the two countries is set to be signed in Switzerland on Friday.

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