'Don't know why we are being sent back': Iran coach Amir Ghalenoei upset after team asked to leave US immediately after FIFA World Cup 2026 openerIran's FIFA World Cup 2026 journey started with a 2-2 draw against New Zealand. However, the team faced immediate travel disruptions. Coach...
16 Jun, 2026, 01.13 PM IST
FIFA World Cup 2026: Iranians up at dawn to cheer their teamTehran residents gathered in cafes to watch Iran's World Cup match against New Zealand. Despite the early morning kick-off, fans showed exc...
16 Jun, 2026, 12.39 PM IST
Not child's play: Iran honours victims of Minab strikes ahead of football matchIran is honouring students lost in a missile strike. The national football team competes as 'Minab 168' in the FIFA World Cup. They wear go...
16 Jun, 2026, 11.03 AM IST
FIFA World Cup 2026: Iran fight back twice to secure 2-2 draw against New ZealandFIFA World Cup 2026: Iran fought back twice to lock in a 2-2 draw against New Zealand in their World Cup debut, demonstrating grit in the f...
16 Jun, 2026, 08.51 AM IST
Who is Sarpreet Singh, the Indian-origin footballer representing New Zealand at the 2026 FIFA World Cup?New Zealand's Sarpreet Singh, of Indian heritage, will play in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. He is the first Sikh footballer at the tournament. ...
16 Jun, 2026, 07.42 AM IST
Iran's World Cup experience is less joyful amid war with host US, team captain says before debutIran's World Cup journey is proving difficult. Captain Mehdi Taremi highlights disruptions caused by the ongoing war with co-host United St...
15 Jun, 2026, 08.53 AM IST
FIFA World Cup 2026: Messi participates in intense training session ahead of Argentina's openerLionel Messi is preparing for Argentina's FIFA World Cup opener against Algeria. He participated in an intense training session focusing on...
14 Jun, 2026, 07.57 AM IST
Australia embraces immigrants on World Cup squad with message that soccer is for everyoneAustralia's Socceroos are highlighting their immigrant players before the World Cup. This message of inclusion comes as anti-immigrant feel...
14 Jun, 2026, 12.07 AM IST
Brazil and Morocco set for intriguing FIFA World Cup 2026 clashBrazil and Morocco will clash in a key FIFA World Cup 2026 match. Brazil, aiming for a record sixth title, faces Morocco, who made history ...
12 Jun, 2026, 11.59 PM IST
FIFA World Cup 2026: Iran threatens to stop matches if this happens. Check fixture and what is causing concerns for TehranWorld Cup 2026 begins on Thursday, with Iran opening their Group G campaign against New Zealand in Los Angeles on June 15. They next face...
10 Jun, 2026, 08.15 PM IST
FIFA 2026: Iran says ticket allocation for World Cup withdrawn days before tournamentIran's football federation states its World Cup ticket allocation has been cancelled. This leaves fans who planned travel unable to see the...
09 Jun, 2026, 03.04 PM IST
Uncertainty over US entry permits for Iran World Cup squadUncertainty remains over US entry permits for Iranian players just days before the World Cup begins, with various Iranian bodies denouncing...
07 Jun, 2026, 06.08 PM IST
Iran accuses US of 'vindictive behavior' with visa denialsThe Iran Football Federation accuses the United States of "vindictive behavior" after 14 managerial and administrative members were denied ...
07 Jun, 2026, 06.47 AM IST
Iran World Cup squad heads to Mexico as US visa row eruptsIran has accused the United States of "political interference in sport" after visa denials for some of its World Cup support staff. The Ira...
06 Jun, 2026, 06.16 PM IST
FIFA 2026: Iran World Cup players get US visas, official says, some staff waitingIran's national football team has been granted visas to enter the United States for the World Cup, confirmed by US Ambassador to Turkey Tom...
06 Jun, 2026, 04.48 PM IST
Iran players balancing football and war ahead of FIFA World CupIran's national football team is preparing for the World Cup. The players are training in Turkey while facing unique challenges due to the ...
04 Jun, 2026, 03.21 PM IST
FIFA 2026: Iran to play World Cup warm-up behind closed doors, head to Mexico on SaturdayFIFA 2026: Iran's football team is set for its final World Cup warm-up match in Turkey. The squad will then depart for their tournament bas...
03 Jun, 2026, 02.41 PM IST