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US says Iran was always supposed to fly back to Mexico immediately after World Cup match, despite coach’s complaints
The Iranian men’s soccer team’s quick departure from Los Angeles following its opening World Cup match was always the plan, according to the US government, despite complaints from the team.

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US Official Says Iran Knew Team Would Have to Leave the Country Shortly After World Cup Match
Iran coach says World Cup team 'oppressed' by travel disruptions amid U.S.-Iran tensions
The World Cup’s integrity is being eroded by the shameful treatment of Iran
Team have become mere pawns in a fiendish geopolitical game in a bad look for Fifa president Gianni Infantino and the tournament as a whole

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Iran forced out of US after FIFA World Cup 2026 draw with New Zealand; here’s what happened
Iran ordered to ‘leave USA immediately’ after FIFA 2026 World Cup match against New Zealand
'We Have No Idea Why': Iran Furious After Being Ordered Out of US Following World Cup Draw
"They didn't even give us time to recover," Ghalenoei said after the match. "We were supposed to stay tonight, recover properly and return tomorrow. We have no idea why the decision changed."

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Iran Vs New Zealand: How Politics Took Center Stage During FIFA World Cup 2026 Clash
Iran player accused of 'gun celebration' in new World Cup controversy
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