US Refuses Visas for Iranian World Cup Delegation

US Denies Visas for Iranian World Cup Delegation Members

The Iranian ambassador to Mexico, Abolfazl Pasandideh, has expressed concern over reports that 15 members of Iran’s 2026 World Cup delegation have been denied US visas. The news comes ahead of the tournament, which is scheduled to take place in the United States.

According to sources, the US government has reportedly refused to grant visas for the Iranian delegation members. Pasandideh has called on FIFA, the governing body of international football, to provide assistance in ensuring that Iran’s team can participate fully in the tournament.

FIFA has not yet commented on the situation. The organization is expected to play a key role in resolving the issue, as it will be responsible for overseeing the participation of all teams in the World Cup.

The Iranian delegation was scheduled to arrive in the United States ahead of the tournament, but the visa denials have raised concerns about their ability to participate. Pasandideh’s comments suggest that the situation is being closely monitored by FIFA and other stakeholders.

Details of the reason behind the US government’s decision to deny visas for the Iranian delegation members are not yet clear. The situation remains unresolved, with FIFA expected to take steps to address the issue in the coming days.

Source: Al Jazeera