Iran lashed out at the United States on Saturday for refusing visas to some of its World Cup squad support staff as the players were to leave Turkey for Mexico. The row erupted just days before the June 11 start of the 2026 World Cup, which is being jointly hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada.
Iran World Cup squad heads to Mexico as US visa row erupts
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Iran World Cup squad heads to Mexico as US visa row erupts