White House in talks over Iran travel restrictions
Summary
The White House is discussing changes to travel rules for Iran’s soccer team during the 2026 World Cup in the United States. Currently, Iran’s team can only arrive a day before their match and must leave the same day, but talks aim to allow more time for their game in Seattle.Key Facts
- Iran’s soccer team must arrive in the U.S. one day before their match and leave the same day under current visa restrictions.
- These rules apply even though the U.S., Canada, and Mexico are co-hosting the 2026 World Cup.
- Iran’s coach called the team the "most oppressed" at the tournament because of these travel limits.
- The White House’s World Cup task force is considering changes for Iran’s third game in Seattle on June 27.
- Iran’s team is based in Mexico during the tournament and traveled about 30 minutes to Los Angeles for earlier games.
- Seattle is a three-hour flight from Mexico, which is why travel rules might be adjusted.
- The Iranian Football Federation wants the team to arrive two days early and leave the day after matches for better preparation.
- Iran plans to file a formal complaint with FIFA about the travel restrictions.
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