Yahoo Sports reports: Iran’s players have been granted visas to enter the United States for the 2026 World Cup, but some members of the team’s wider staff have reportedly been refused entry. The decision clears the playing squad to travel for group-stage matches in California and Washington, but it does not fully resolve the issue around Iran’s wider delegation.
sports | sports | Yahoo Sports | June 6, 2026 11:15 AM
Iran players granted US visas but World Cup staff issue remains
Iran’s players have been granted visas to enter the United States for the 2026 World Cup, but some members of the team’s wider staff have reportedly been refused entry. The decision clears the playing squad to travel for group-stage matches in California and Washington, but it does not fully resolve the issue around Iran’s wider delegation.
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