Body discovered near Iran's FIFA World Cup training base in Tijuana

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Last updated Jun 16, 2026

Body discovered near Iran's FIFA World Cup training base in Tijuana
Summary

Authorities found a decomposing body inside a vehicle in a grocery store parking lot close to Iran's FIFA World Cup training base in Tijuana, Mexico. The remains were located days before Iran's tournament opener. The vehicle had reportedly been abandoned for several days before law enforcement arrived in response to complaints about a foul odor. As Iran prepares for its World Cup matches, tensions surrounding their training camp have also emerged due to visa issues. Iran's next matches are scheduled against Belgium and Egypt later this month.

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  • Body found in an abandoned vehicle near Iran's training base on June 3.
  • Iran drew 2-2 against New Zealand in their World Cup opener.
  • Team relocated training camp to Tijuana due to visa issues.
  • Iran's next matches are against Belgium and Egypt on June 21 and 26.
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It has come to light that a body was discovered in a vehicle in a grocery store parking lot near Iran's FIFA World Cup training facility in Tijuana, Mexico, just days before their tournament opener

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