Iran squad hand passports to US embassy for visa approval

Author: Henry OduahPublished on: June 5, 2026Country: Iran

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Iran's football squad has handed their passports to the US embassy in Turkey for visa approval, according to federation head Mehdi Taj, who said they followed FIFA's instructions. The team is scheduled to fly to Spain and then to their base in Mexico, with all group matches in the United States. Taj expressed optimism that all visas would be issued.

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