US gives Iran 2-day entry window before Seattle World Cup match
What's new: Iran can arrive before its June 26 game with Egypt, but must still leave the US the night the match ends.
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#Mehdi Taremi
Iran rallies twice to draw New Zealand 2-2 in tense LA opener
What's new: Boos during Iran's anthem gave way to cheers for both equalizers as politics and soccer collided at SoFi Stadium.
The Hill, Tribunnews
Hundreds rally outside Iran-New Zealand World Cup match in LA
What's new: A judge upheld FIFA's ban on Iran's pre-revolutionary flag hours before kickoff, deepening tensions around the opener.
The New York Times, The Straits Times +2
Iran rallies twice for 2-2 draw with New Zealand amid LA protests
Why it matters: Iran played after shifting its base to Tijuana when 11 officials were denied US entry and pregame protests deepened diaspora tensions.
Iran World Cup team ordered back to Tijuana after LA draw
Why it matters: Iran says visa, ticket and travel problems are disrupting recovery before group games against Belgium and Egypt.
Iran opens Group G against New Zealand in World Cup 2026
Iran arrive in Los Angeles under tight security, while New Zealand seek a vital point after a 16-year World Cup absence.
Republika, Antara News