The United States granted visas to the Iran national soccer team, resolving a diplomatic standoff 10 days before their World Cup opener. The decision follows conflicting reports from Iranian officials and comes as the two nations remain in a state of conflict. This marks the first time in World Cup history that a host nation will receive a team from a country with which it is at war.
Iranian Soccer Players Get US Visas for World Cup
A U.S. official confirmed that Iran's soccer players have received visas to enter the country for the World Cup despite ongoing conflict. Several administrative staff members are still waiting for clearance and will travel to Mexico while officials continue to process their applications.
### Visa Disputes and Team Relocation A White House official confirmed the visa approvals on Friday, reversing claims made by Iranian Ambassador to Mexico Abolfazl Pasandideh on Thursday. While the players are cleared to enter, the semi-official Tasnim news agency reported that several administrative staff members are still waiting for clearance.
