Fifa assures Iran of US visas for World Cup participation
Iran’s sports minister, Ahmad Donyamali, has stated that FIFA has promised the national football team will receive visas to play in the United States for the upcoming World Cup. The assurance comes amid concerns due to the ongoing Middle East conflict and recent tensions involving the US and Iran. The Iranian squad is set to be based in Tijuana, Mexico, to facilitate their participation. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum confirmed that Mexico will host the team to help them avoid US visa restrictions.
Match highlights
- Ahmad Donyamali said the FIFA president promised all Iranian players would receive visas for the World Cup.
- The Iranian team will be based in Tijuana, Mexico, during the tournament, according to the country’s football federation.
- Claudia Sheinbaum announced that Mexico will allow Iran to be based there to avoid US visa issues.
- Some Iranian players submitted visa applications at the US embassy in Ankara on Thursday.
- The tournament, jointly hosted by the US, Mexico and Canada, kicks off on June 11; Iran will play New Zealand on June 15, Belgium on June 21, and Egypt on June 26.
