Iran coach says team still faces unfair treatment from US | TheBriefWire
Iran coach says team still faces unfair treatment from US
Published 21 June 2026 ยท sports
Synopsis Iran's coach Amir Ghalenoei expressed frustration over travel restrictions and visa issues imposed by the US at the World Cup, impacting his team's preparation
Synopsis Iran's coach Amir Ghalenoei expressed frustration over travel restrictions and visa issues imposed by the US at the World Cup, impacting his team's preparation.
Despite these challenges, he remains optimistic FIFA will intervene. Ghalenoei highlighted the team's dedication to their nation and appealed for fair treatment, emphasizing football should
remain separate from politics. Belgium's Thomas Meunier offered empathy, drawing parallels to facing Ukraine amidst conflict.
Published: June 21, 2026 โข 9:43 AM IST ยท Updated: June 21, 2026 โข 10:35 AM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
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Synopsis Iran's coach Amir Ghalenoei expressed frustration over travel restrictions and visa issues imposed by the US at the World Cup, impacting his team's preparation.
Despite these challenges, he remains optimistic FIFA will intervene.
Ghalenoei highlighted the team's dedication to their nation and appealed for fair treatment, emphasizing football should remain separate from politics.
Belgium's Thomas Meunier offered empathy, drawing parallels to facing Ukraine amidst conflict.