Iran Football Chief Threatens Action if U.S. Visas Not Issued
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Iran’s football federation chief, Mohammad Javad Lotfi, warned that the country could take further steps if the United States does not issue visas for Iranian players and officials attending the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Lotfi made the statement in Tehran, saying the decision to issue visas would be a “critical factor” for Iran’s participation in the tournament. He added that the federation would consider “other decisions” if the U.S. government does not comply.
The comments come as the World Cup, scheduled to be hosted jointly by the United States, Canada and Mexico, approaches, and visa approvals remain a key logistical hurdle for many national teams.
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