June 2 : The build-up to Iran's fourth straight World Cup appearance has been heavily disrupted by the conflict with the United States and Israel, leaving coach Amir Ghalenoei little time to raise fitness levels and develop match sharpness in his aging squad.All but six of Ghalenoei's squad are based in the c

The Iranian soccer players, still awaiting visas to the U.S., are practicing in Turkey and making backup plans.

June 1 : Iran coach Amir Ghalenoei named a 26-man squad for the World Cup on Monday, relying on veterans Mehdi Taremi and Alireza Jahanbakhsh, while leaving out Sardar…

Iran are due to play all three of their World Cup group matches on American soil

Iran has finalized a 26-man World Cup squad to play in the United States this month

Iran have announced its 26-man squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup amid security and travel concerns surrounding the tournament in the US

The forward was left out by coach Amir Ghalenoei after reportedly angering Iranian authorities with a social media post during the war.

June 2 : The build-up to Iran's fourth straight World Cup appearance has been heavily disrupted by the conflict with the United States and Israel, leaving coach Amir Ghalenoei…

FIFA 2026: Iran's football team is set for its final World Cup warm-up match in Turkey. The squad will then depart for their tournament base in Mexico. Their participation in the…

The team will depart for its tournament base in Mexico on Saturday

Iran’s football team is set to play in the World Cup despite the nation’s ongoing conflict with the US

Iran is heading to the World Cup amid tensions with the main host nation, creating a unique situation in tournament history

Iran's national football team is preparing for the World Cup. The players are training in Turkey while facing unique challenges due to the ongoing conflict in their home country.…

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Iran national players Saeid Ezatolahi and Mohammad Ghorbani talk about how war is overshadowing a World Cup dream.