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Iran Moves 2026 World Cup Base Camp From Arizona to Tijuana After FIFA Approves Request

Weeks of visa headaches, political noise and behind-the-scenes talks with FIFA have ended with one outcome: Iran's players will not be setting foot in the United States until they absolutely have to. Tijuana is the new b

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Weeks of visa headaches, political noise and behind-the-scenes talks with FIFA have ended with one outcome: Iran's players will not be setting foot in the United States until they absolutely have to. Tijuana is the new b

  • Weeks of visa headaches, political noise and behind-the-scenes talks with FIFA have ended with one outcome: Iran's players will not be setting foot in the Unite.
  • Reported by NDTV Sports.
  • Publication date: 2026-05-23.
  • Treat this as a developing off-field update and check the source for follow-up reporting.

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