Iran confirms squad heading to Turkey for World Cup preparation
Iran's national football team is set to travel to Turkey for a training camp ahead of the World Cup. The squad will participate in friendlies and complete visa applications before heading to the United States. Head coach Amir Ghalenoei has selected 30 players for this final preparation phase, which will be trimmed to 26 for the tournament.
- ▪Iran's World Cup squad will travel to Turkey on Monday for a training camp and friendlies.
- ▪The team will play against Gambia on May 29 as part of their preparation.
- ▪Players are expected to complete visa applications in Turkey before heading to the US.
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