Iran has accused U.S. officials of denying visas to key members of its national football team ahead of the FIFA World Cup, which is set to begin next week in North America. — Ukrinform.

High visa application fees, equally high rejection rates, an unwelcoming America, and the war combine to deter fans.

The Iran war has turned the World Cup – the biggest global sporting event – into a geopolitical contest

Iran Accuses US Of Blocking World Cup Participation After Denying Visas To Officials

Iran's national football team has been granted visas to enter the United States for the World Cup, confirmed by US Ambassador to Turkey Tom Barrack. This decision allows Iran to…