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Iran player criticizes FIFA amid team's arrival in Mexico

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 4:59 AM

Last updated Jun 8, 2026

Iran player criticizes FIFA amid team's arrival in Mexico
Summary

Iran defender Ehsan Hajsafi publicly criticized FIFA as the team arrived in Mexico on June 7. The criticism stems from some members of their entourage still not having U.S. visas, raising concerns about travel and participation. This situation adds pressure to the team's preparations as they gear up for upcoming competitions. No specific details on events or matches were disclosed in the statement.

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  • •Ehsan Hajsafi criticizes FIFA regarding visa issues.
  • •Team arrived in Mexico on June 7.
  • •Some entourage members lack U.S. visas.
  • •Delayed travel could impact team's preparation.
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  • 4:59 AMYahoo Sports — Iran Star Ehsan Hajsafi Questions FIFA Over Visa Delays as World Cup Preparations Hit by Off-Field Turmoil
  • 6:48 PMESPN Soccer — Iran player criticizes FIFA as team lands in Mexic...
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Iran captain Ehsan Hajsafi has publicly questioned FIFA's handling of visa issues affecting his country's World Cup delegation after the national team arrived in Mexico with several members of its entourage still unable to secure entry to the United States. The three-time Asian champions touched down in Tijuana on Sunday morning ahead of a World…

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Iran defender Ehsan Hajsafi has criticised FIFA after the team arrived in Mexico on Sunday with some members of their entourage still lacking U.S. visas.

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