Sports · 7 June 2026

Iran football staff blocked from US World Cup

Iran's national football team is having trouble getting their support staff into the US for the upcoming World Cup. US officials confirmed player visas were issued Friday, but Iran claims "integral" backroom staff were denied entry. Iranian state media says 15 administration officials, including the football federation head, were among those blocked.

By BriefTea Editorial · 7 June 2026 at 6:10

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