Iran team trains through World Cup uncertainty
Iran's national football team is training for the World Cup amid ongoing geopolitical tensions. The team has relocated its base from Arizona to Tijuana, Mexico, as approved by FIFA. This move is intended to mitigate complications arising from the US-Israeli conflict with Iran.
- ▪Iran's national football team is preparing for the World Cup in Turkiye.
- ▪FIFA has approved the team's relocation from Arizona to Tijuana, Mexico.
- ▪Iranian officials believe the move will help avoid complications due to the US-Israeli war on Iran.
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Toggle PlayIran team trains through World Cup uncertaintyNewsFeedIran team trains through World Cup uncertaintyRead moreAl Jazeera exclusive footage follows Iran’s national football team as they train for the World Cup in Turkiye. FIFA has approved moving the team’s base from the US state of Arizona to the Mexican border city of Tijuana, a move Iranian officials say will help avoid complications in light of the US-Israeli war on Iran.Published On 24 May 202624 May 2026SaveClick here to share on social mediashare-nodesSharefacebookxwhatsapp-strokecopylinkgoogleAdd Al Jazeera on Googleinfo
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