Iran at World Cup 2026: War, Water Bans and Preparation Under Pressure
Iran’s players open up on competing in the US amid conflict, while FIFA bans water bottles in summer heat. A look at the pressures shaping World Cup 2026.
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Iran Drop Azmoun and Six Rule Changes Shaping World Cup 2026
Iran omit Sardar Azmoun from their World Cup 2026 squad amid political tensions, as IFAB rule changes ban goalkeeper timeouts and reshape the tournament.
World Cup 2026: Logistics, Squads and the Politics Off the Pitch
Iran shift to Tijuana, Pochettino names his USMNT roster, Ancelotti gambles on Neymar. The off-pitch stories shaping World Cup 2026 before a ball is kicked.
Iran’s World Cup 2026 Visa Crisis: Commuting From Mexico
Iran players face daily commutes from Mexico after US visa refusals. We break down the diplomatic row, Azmoun’s omission, and what it means for Group B.
