Iran Accuses US of ‘Terrible’ World Cup Treatment in FIFA Complaint

Iran’s football federation has formally appealed to FIFA, condemning what it describes as a 'really terrible' treatment by United States authorities during the 2026 World Cup. The complaint highlights visa delays, restrictive travel arrangements and perceived bias that have hampered the Iranian squad’s preparation and logistics after their three group-stage matches on US soil. The Iranian team has faced significant hurdles as they prepare for the tournament, with the federation pointing to bureaucratic obstacles that have disrupted their plans.