Iran team allowed two-day US stay before Egypt World Cup match

The United States will permit the Iranian national soccer team to enter the country two days prior to their final group-stage match against Egypt in Seattle on June 26. Despite this allowance, Team Melli must leave the U.S. immediately after the match. The decision reflects a slight easing of tensions between Iran and the U.S., while officials did not clarify the security concerns influencing their travel restrictions. Iranian coach Amir Ghalenoei has criticized the conditions affecting the team's preparations and recovery, calling them detrimental to their performance. Iran currently has two points from two matches, needing a win to secure advancement to the knockout stage.

• 7:45 PMYahoo Sports — US says Iran can stay for two days before Egypt World Cup game