Iran Cry Foul Over Last-Minute US Exit After World Cup Draw

Iran's national football team faced a chaotic departure from the United States following the 2026 World Cup draw, with head coach Amir Ghalenoei accusing officials of oppression. The squad had traveled to attend the group stage pairing ceremony, where they learned their fixtures for the tournament. However, last-minute travel alterations forced the entire Team Melli delegation to leave abruptly, sparking a war of words. Ghalenoei described the situation as unjust, stating that his players and st...