Iran's football team granted visas to enter US for World Cup, officials say
BBC News·June 6, 2026

Iran's football team has been granted visas to enter the United States for the World Cup, according to officials. The approval was given just 10 days before the team's opening match against New Zealand, which is scheduled to take place in Los Angeles. The timely visa issuance will allow the Iranian squad to participate in the tournament as planned. Iranian players can now prepare to face New Zealand in their first match.
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