The Iran national football team has successfully won four visa appeals for its staff ahead of the 2026 World Cup. However, 11 members of the delegation are still banned from entering the United States. After US officials announced that Iranian players were permitted to travel for the tournament, Iran protested, stating that certain backroom staff members are essential for the team's performance. Due to political tensions, the Iran national football team has moved its training base to Mexico. Of the 15 delegation members initially denied US visas, 10 submitted new applications after arriving in Mexico, with four being successful. Those granted visas include a technical analyst and two officials from the federation's international department. However, six others, including the president of the Iran Football Federation, Mehdi Taj, and several other officials, remain barred from entry. As the Iran national football team prepares to face New Zealand on June 15 in Los Angeles, this situation could impact their performance in the tournament.