Iranian footballer in the spotlight amid visa saga and US travel issues
Iran’s World Cup campaign in the United States has been shaped by visa restrictions and travel hurdles, with Tehran’s delegation facing limited access and diplomatic friction as it prepares for a Group G match against Belgium in Los Angeles.
The US Department of Homeland Security has allowed Iran's national football team to enter the United States two days before its World Cup match in Seattle, but officials must still leave the country the evening of the game. Iran has criticised tighter travel rules that forced the squad to base in Tijuana and return to Mexico immediately after earlier matches.