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Iran's World Cup 2026 preparations face war tensions, visa uncertainty and political challenges as FIFA works to ensure participation. The team moved its base to Mexico amid security concerns and doubts over travel to the United States.

Iran named their 26-man squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Monday, but one major name was missing - striker Sardar Azmoun. The 31-year-old forward, who has scored 57 goals in 91 matches for Iran and is one of the country's most successful strikers,

Sardar Azmoun’s omission from Iran’s provisional 2026 World Cup squad has triggered major controversy, with a vice-president publicly urging coach Amir Ghalenoei to reconsider the decision. Despite his 57 international goals,

Iran beat Gambia 3-1 in a friendly in Turkey and will face Mali in another friendly next Thursday before beginning their World Cup campaign.

A growing divide between fans and team, coupled with economic hardship and war, has dampened the mood