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Iran's national football team awaits World Cup visas from U.S. and Mexico

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: May 30, 2026, 2:25 PM

Last updated May 30, 2026

Iran's national football team awaits World Cup visas from U.S. and Mexico

Summary

Iran's national football team is still waiting for visas to enter the United States and Mexico, just under two weeks before the start of the World Cup. The Football Federation Islamic Republic of Iran (FFIRI) has officially requested transparency and clarification regarding the visa process from FIFA. The urgency of the request highlights concerns about the team’s eligibility and readiness for the tournament, which is scheduled to begin on November 20. As the team prepares, the situation remains unresolved, placing pressure on both the delegation and FIFA.

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Key Details

•Iran's team is waiting for visas less than two weeks before the tournament
•FFIRI has contacted FIFA for clarification on the visa process
•World Cup begins on November 20
•Team's readiness for the tournament is at risk

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2:25 PMYahoo Sports — Iran still waiting for World Cup visas

What they're saying

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Iran's team is still waiting for United States and Mexico visas less than two weeks before the start of the World Cup, the nation's governing football body FFIRI has said. The FFIRI said it has sent an official letter to ruling body FIFA calling for "transparancy and clarification concerning the visa process for members of the Iranian national tream delegation.
— Yahoo Sports

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