Iran coach criticizes U.S. travel restrictions ahead of Belgium match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 2:12 PM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
Iran coach Amir Ghalenoei expressed concerns about unfair treatment by the U.S. regarding travel restrictions. Ahead of their World Cup match against Belgium, Ghalenoei noted that the Iranian team had been limited in their training time and faced rejected visa applications for some staff members. The Iranian football federation has formally complained to FIFA about these issues. Ghalenoei is hopeful FIFA will intervene to improve the situation as Iran prepares to travel to Seattle for a group stage match against Egypt. The team's recent game ended in a draw against New Zealand.
- •Iran faces travel restrictions and rejected visa applications from the U.S.
- •Ghalenoei claims the team had less than 16 hours in Los Angeles for training.
- •Iran lodged a formal complaint with FIFA regarding travel concerns.
- •Team Melli recently drew 2-2 with New Zealand in their opener.
- 2:12 PMYahoo Sports — World Cup 2026: Iran coach says team still being treated unfairly by U.S., optimistic FIFA will intervene
"The Iranian football federation lodged a formal complaint with FIFA regarding travel restrictions and rejected visa applications.
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