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After facing harsh restrictions during the first two matches, Iran's national football team will get an extra day to prepare before their crucial World Cup game in Seattle. The shift shows how sports can bridge divides, even during conflict.
Just 10 days before their opening match, Iran's national football team received US visas for the World Cup. The approval marks a historic moment as the tournament brings together nations even during conflict.
Just 10 days before their opening match in Los Angeles, Iran's national football team received US visas to compete in the 2026 World Cup. Despite ongoing conflict between the nations, the tournament is bringing together players from countries at war for the first time in World Cup history.
Thousands of fans packed Tehran's Revolution Square to cheer on Iran's national football team before the 2026 World Cup. The celebration included unveiling the team's new World Cup jersey.