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Iran Players Criticize U.S. Visa Policies

Updated 2026-06-10 12:55 UTC 1 source Negative

Iran national team players, including forward Mehdi Taremi, criticized the U.S. government for visa denials and restrictions on a Somali referee, citing damage to Iran's image.

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Iran players: U.S. visa denials create 'tension'

Iran national team forward Mehdi Taremi said that steps the U.S. government has taken regarding the denial of visas and preventing a Somali referee from entering the country are hurting the country's image.

2026-06-10 13:32 UTC