Iran's World Cup team arrives in Mexico amid US visa dispute

Iran's World Cup squad landed in Mexico on June 7 under the shadow of a bitter diplomatic dispute, with some members of the entourage still lacking U.S. visas. Tension between the United States and Iran continued to impact sport as the team prepared for their participation in the 2026 World Cup, which is set to kick off on June 11. This World Cup is being jointly hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada.