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Iran's World Cup Team Set to Depart for Mexico on June 6 Amid US Visa Issues

3 Haziran 2026Al Jazeera

Iran's national football team is set to depart for Mexico on June 6, despite facing delays in obtaining US visas. The issue has been compounded by comments from US Senator Marco Rubio, who stated that members linked to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) would not be permitted to join the squad.
This situation raises concerns about the team's participation in the upcoming World Cup.
The World Cup is a major international sporting event, and participation can be a source of national pride. The Iranian squad's predicament reflects the complexities of international travel for athletes from nations with strained relations with the US.
The delay in visa issuance highlights the ongoing tensions between the US and Iran, particularly regarding the IRGC's influence. The implications of these political dynamics on sports diplomacy are significant, as they may affect not only the athletes' ability to compete but also the broader narrative surrounding in…

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