US gives Iran 2-day entry window for Seattle World Cup match
What's next: Iran will still have to leave the US the night its June 26 game against Egypt ends, despite complaints over earlier limits.
What's next: Iran will still have to leave the US the night its June 26 game against Egypt ends, despite complaints over earlier limits.
What's new: US authorities are allowing Iran into Los Angeles only a day before the noon Group G match, then requiring the team to leave after the game.
Why it matters: Iran played after shifting its base to Tijuana when 11 officials were denied US entry and pregame protests deepened diaspora tensions.
The move cuts into recovery time and sends the squad back to its Tijuana base just hours after facing New Zealand.
Why it matters: Iran says visa, ticket and travel problems are disrupting recovery before group games against Belgium and Egypt.
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