Iran denies militant attempted to board team flight to World Cup
ESPN Soccer • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 12:45 AM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin stated that an individual with ties to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps attempted to board the Iran national soccer team's flight to Los Angeles from Mexico. This incident occurred as the team prepares for its World Cup match against Belgium on June 25. The Iranian squad has not commented on any potential security enhancements following the claim. The situation highlights ongoing concerns regarding security as international sports events unfold.
- •Individual had direct ties to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps
- •Attempted to board Iran's flight to Los Angeles from Mexico
- •Iran's World Cup match against Belgium is on June 25
- •Enhanced security measures may be considered following the incident
- 1:11 AMESPN Soccer — Iran deny militant tried to board team plane
"U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin told Fox News that an individual with direct ties to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) tried to board the Iran team's flight to Los Angeles from Mexico for Sunday's World Cup match vs. Belgium.
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