Department of Homeland Security will allow Iran to travel to US early for World Cup match
Summary
The US Department of Homeland Security will let the Iran soccer team arrive in the US two days before their World Cup match against Egypt, instead of just one day as before. The team has faced tight travel limits, needing to leave the US immediately after their games and train in Mexico.Key Facts
- Iran’s soccer team had been allowed to enter the US only 24 hours before their first two matches.
- The DHS announced Iran can now arrive two days before their match against Egypt on June 26 in Seattle.
- Iran must leave the US immediately after the match and return to Mexico.
- The earlier travel restriction gave Iran less time to prepare and recover than other teams.
- Iran’s coach and captain described the travel issues as difficult and unfair.
- Iran has drawn their first two World Cup matches and can advance if they beat Egypt.
- The US and Iran are also involved in talks to resolve a political conflict between the two countries.
- DHS emphasized safety and security at stadiums, training sites, and base camps.
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