Iranian coach Amir Ghalenoei revealed that someone inside Donald Trump's team ordered them to leave the United States.

Iran’s World Cup opener against New Zealand at SoFi Stadium is carrying a political edge beyond the action on the pitch, and the national anthem set that tone before kickoff. The match is taking place in Los Angeles,

Iran’s soccer stars quietly crossed into the US on Sunday, arriving in LA a day before its opening 2026 World Cup match as extraordinary security measures surrounded the squad’s hotel. Exclusive photos obtained by the California Post show buses and vehicles emblazoned with Iranian flags and team insignia parked outside the squad’s pad,

The 2026 World Cup remains at full throttle on Monday, June 15, and after Spain's shocking draw and Belgium 's tight matchup with Egypt, the two night games feature Uruguay vs. Sa

While the U.S. has rejected the Iran soccer team, forcing them to train in Tijuana during this world cup, the border city has rolled out a welcome for a squad caught between sport and geopolitics.

Iran midfielder Mohammad Mohebi has been accused of performing a provocative 'gun celebration' after scoring in his country's World Cup draw against New Zealand

For Iranian immigrants, many whose lives are shaped by exile, revolution and political upheaval, rooting for Team Melli has never been straightforward.

Iran’s national team debut at the 2026 World Cup was anything but ordinary, ending in a nail-biting draw against New Zealand—and a storm of controversy.