{"id":22339,"date":"2026-06-06T20:24:10","date_gmt":"2026-06-06T15:24:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pakjazbo.com\/?p=22339"},"modified":"2026-06-06T20:24:11","modified_gmt":"2026-06-06T15:24:11","slug":"us-refuses-visas-to-15-member-iranian-delegation-for-fifa-world-cup-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pakjazbo.com\/?p=22339","title":{"rendered":"US Refuses Visas to 15-Member Iranian Delegation for FIFA World Cup 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Tehran\/Washington:<\/strong> Iranian state media has reported that the United States has refused to issue visas to a <strong>15-member Iranian delegation<\/strong> for the <strong>FIFA World Cup 2026<\/strong>, despite earlier approvals for players and technical staff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to British media citing Iranian sources, while Iranian national team players and essential coaching staff have reportedly received visas, several key administrative and managerial officials have been denied entry permits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Officials Denied Entry Visas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Iranian media claims that the individuals who were denied visas include senior members of the football federation and support structure, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Head of Iran Football Federation <strong>Mehdi Taj<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Team manager<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Media officer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Security personnel<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ministry of Foreign Affairs representatives<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Officials in Tehran say these individuals play an important role in the team\u2019s preparations and coordination during international tournaments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Iran Urges FIFA to Intervene<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Following the reported visa refusals, Iranian authorities have urged <strong>FIFA<\/strong> to step in and address the situation, arguing that the participation of administrative staff is essential for the smooth functioning of the team during the tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They have described the issue as a serious obstacle to the team\u2019s full participation in the World Cup preparations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Earlier US Position on Visas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The development comes shortly after US officials confirmed that Iranian players had been granted visas to enter the United States for the tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Earlier reports from the White House indicated that Iranian athletes and necessary support staff would be allowed entry to participate in the World Cup matches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, the latest reports suggest that the administrative side of the delegation remains partially affected by visa restrictions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Iran Team Already Traveling<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Despite the ongoing visa issue, reports indicate that the Iranian national football team has already traveled to <strong>Mexico<\/strong> as part of its World Cup preparations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Iran is scheduled to begin its World Cup campaign on <strong>June 15 in Los Angeles<\/strong> against New Zealand. The team is also set to play Belgium in Los Angeles later in the group stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Uncertainty Over Administrative Participation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The visa dispute has created uncertainty regarding the full composition of Iran\u2019s official delegation at the tournament.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While players are expected to participate, questions remain over whether key administrative and managerial staff will be present during matches and team operations in the United States.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Awaiting Resolution<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As of now, neither US authorities nor FIFA have issued a detailed public response to the specific allegations regarding the 15-member delegation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Diplomatic and sporting channels are expected to remain engaged as the tournament approaches, with Iran continuing to push for a resolution that would allow its full delegation to participate in the World Cup under standard international arrangements.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Tehran\/Washington: Iranian state media has reported that the United States has refused to issue visas to a 15-member Iranian delegation for the FIFA World Cup 2026, despite earlier approvals for players and technical staff. 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