Iran will ‘formally express its dissatisfaction’ after being told they will only be permitted to arrive in Los Angeles 24 hours before the crucial Belgium game

LOS ANGELES: Coach Amir Ghalenoei said Iran is the “most oppressed team in the World Cup” after his players were suddenly informed they must travel back to Mexico immediately…

Iran's head coach Amir Ghalenoei condemned Fifa and the US after his team was abruptly ordered to leave Los Angeles following their 2-2 World Cup draw with New Zealand.

The Iranian team went through over five hours of travel and security checks during its trip to the Los Angeles area.

Iran had to fly out the United States immediately after the match despite wanting to stay until the morning.