Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:28pm on 16 Jun 2026,Tuesday Sports
Iran captain Mehdi Taremi has criticized the conditions surrounding his team’s participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, describing the experience as “a disaster.” Taremi said logistical problems, visa issues, and geopolitical tensions between Iran and the United States have disrupted preparations and affected player recovery. Following Iran’s 2-2 draw with New Zealand, the team was reportedly forced to leave the U.S. immediately and return to its base in Mexico. Coach Amir Ghalenoei called Iran the tournament’s “most oppressed” team, while both he and Taremi urged FIFA to provide greater support.
