The Iranian football federation says it will file an official complaint with FIFA, alleging that its national team is being subjected to restrictive travel arrangements during the FIFA 2026 World Cup in North America.
Iran, currently based in Tijuana, Mexico, had requested permission to fly into the United States two days before their next Group G match against Belgium in Los Angeles on Sunday. However, the request was denied, according to a federation spokesperson.
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“Despite having submitted its preparation schedule for the tournament well in advance, Iran’s national football team has once again encountered restrictions imposed by the organisers, affecting the implementation of its technical staff’s plans,” the spokesman said.
The federation said the proposed early arrival was intended to allow players adequate time to adapt to conditions, complete training sessions, and finalise tactical preparations ahead of the match.
