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June 16, 2026
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Iran says footballer's US visa expires after World Cup opener

Iran says footballer's US visa expires after World Cup opener

An Iranian national football team player's US visa has expired, leaving his future at the World Cup shrouded in doubt with Tehran engulfed in a bitter diplomatic row with Washington...

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An Iranian national football team player's United States visa has expired after the team's World Cup opener, casting doubt on his continued participation. This comes amid a diplomatic row between Iran and the United States.

  • Winger Mehdi Torabi was issued a single-entry visa that has now expired.
  • The Iranian Football Federation is seeking a new visa for Torabi.
  • This incident follows previous visa issues for approximately 15 members of the Iranian delegation.

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