Iran national football team's staff members denied visas, sparking tensions between Iran and the US. Iran's football team is set to participate in the FIFA World Cup 2026. The US government has denied visas to some staff members of the Iran national football team, citing security concerns. Iran's football federation has condemned the decision, calling it a 'clear violation' of human rights. The team's participation in the World Cup is still uncertain. Iran's football team has a long history of international competition, with several appearances in the World Cup. The team's current squad includes players such as Alireza Jahanbakhsh and Sardar Azmoun. Iran's football federation has called on the international community to support the team's participation in the World Cup. The US government has not commented on the decision to deny visas to the Iran national football team's staff members.