Iran says World Cup base moved to Mexico from US
Summary
Iran's soccer team will move their 2026 World Cup training base from Tucson, USA, to Tijuana, Mexico, with approval from FIFA. This change comes amid safety concerns linked to the war in the Middle East and will give the team closer access to their game locations in the US.Key Facts
- Iran’s Football Federation president announced the switch of their World Cup base from Tucson, Arizona, to Tijuana, Mexico.
- FIFA approved the change after meetings with Iranian officials.
- The World Cup is co-hosted by the US, Canada, and Mexico, starting on June 11, 2026.
- Iran’s scheduled games in the US include matches in Los Angeles and Seattle.
- Tijuana is closer to Los Angeles than Tucson, shortening travel times for Iran’s games.
- The Iranian team is currently training in Antalya, Turkey.
- Iran has requested special visa rules for players and officials with military service linked to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).
- US officials have said players are welcome but people with IRGC ties might face travel restrictions.
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