Iran at the 2026 World Cup: Tension, Visas and the Weight of Politics
Iran arrived in Los Angeles via Tijuana with 11 staff still banned. Taremi admits the tension undermines FIFA’s peace message. A full analysis.
Team Melli
Iran at World Cup 2026: Football Under the Shadow of Geopolitics
Iran head to World Cup 2026 amid extraordinary geopolitical tension with the US and Israel. A deep-dive into Team Melli’s squad, tactics, and what to expect.
