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Iran v Gambia - Friendlies ANTALYA, TURKIYE - MAY 29: Players of Iran National Football Team celebrate after their teammate Mehdi Taremi (9) scored a goal during a friendly football match against Gambia at Titanic Mardan Palace Sports Complex in Antalya, Turkiye on May 29, 2026. Orhan Cicek Anadolu Antalya Turkey. Editorial use only. Please get in touch for any other usage. Copyright: x2026xAnadoluxOrhanxCicekx

Iran forced into match-day only US entry as government makes terrorism claim

The 2026 World Cup has been plunged into fresh diplomatic controversy after it was revealed that Iran's national team will be forced to follow strict same-day entry and exit rules for their matches in the United States. Following a series of security claims and heightened geopolitical tensions, the squad has been told they can only step onto American soil on the actual days they are scheduled to play.

Explained: Why ALL squad players must join World Cup pre-match anthems

FIFA has announced a significant protocol modification that will see every squad member take part in the pre-match national anthems at the upcoming World Cup. Moving away from traditional sporting custom, football's global governing body has mandated that both starting line-ups and substitutes congregate together on the pitch ahead of kick-off.

Iran's squad for the 2026 World Cup

All you need to know about Iran's squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

RANKED: 100 most iconic moments in World Cup history

The World Cup has had no shortage of iconic moments across nearly 100 years of history. Every four years, billions of fans congregate to watch a tournament that has provided more drama, heartbreak and joy than any other event in sporting history. Football's grandest stage, the World Cup has always offered a platform for legends to be born, but it has also seen reputations destroyed and the downfall of so many famous faces.

When are the final World Cup 2026 squads announced?

FIFA has confirmed the key dates and squad regulations for the 2026 World Cup. Nations must submit their final player lists by June 1, with strict rules in place regarding injuries, replacements and goalkeeper selections.

Claudia Sheinbaum Daily Morning Briefing

President confirms Iran left US for Mexico ahead of World Cup

The landscape of the 2026 World Cup is shifting as geopolitical tensions spill over into the world of sport. Mexican president Claudia Sheinbaum has officially confirmed that Iran’s national team are set to relocate its base of operations from the United States to Mexico ahead of the tournament.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
1	Nigelec	27	17	6	4	43	22	21	57	W W L D D
2	As Police	27	16	7	4	40	15	25	55	W D D W D
3	US Gendarmerie	27	15	8	4	42	17	25	53	W L W W W
4	AS FAN	27	14	7	6	33	22	11	49	L L W W W
5	AS GNN	27	11	10	6	33	21	12	43	W W L D W

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