Iran’s World Cup squad to depart for Mexico on June 6 despite US visa delay
Squad's visas for the US haven't been issued, with Marco Rubio saying IRGC-linked members won't be allowed to 'embed'.
Iran’s World Cup squad to depart for Mexico on June 6 despite US visa delay
Squad's visas for the US haven't been issued, with Marco Rubio saying IRGC-linked members won't be allowed to 'embed'. Grouped from 4 articles across 2 sources.
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Iran World Cup squad to head for Mexico via Spain
Iran’s national football team will travel to Spain before heading to its World Cup base in Mexico, despite players still awaiting Mexican and US visas ahead of the 2026 tournament. The 2026 World Cup is being hosted jointly by the United States, Mexico and Canada.
World Cup delay for Switzerland’s Embolo while US reviews travel document
Embolo is Switzerland's first-choice forward, with 24 goals in 86 internationals, but could not join the squad.
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