Iran’s national football team is preparing for the upcoming FIFA World Cup amid war and political turmoil. Following a joint U.S.-Israeli attack on Iranian territory on February 28, the two nations remain in a tense ceasefire. Due to instability at home, the Iranian squad has been training in Antalya, Turkey, since May 18. Players are struggling to stay focused as the conflict and political tension weigh heavily on their minds.
The war has also disrupted administrative processes. Iranian players have yet to receive U.S. visas despite applying through the American embassy in Ankara, even though their group-stage matches are scheduled in the United States. In response, FIFA approved Iran’s request to move its base camp from the U.S. to Mexico, where the team quickly obtained visas and plans to depart on Sunday. However, uncertainty remains about their eventual entry into the U.S. for matches.
Iran’s first two games will take place in Los Angeles, home to a large Iranian diaspora, many of whom oppose Tehran’s government. Players hope expatriates will still support them as they aim to bring joy to war-weary Iranians when their campaign begins on June 15 against New Zealand.
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