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US eases restriction on Iran’s World Cup team, allowing travel 2 days before next match
By GABRIELA AOUN ANGUEIRA and SEUNG MIN KIM at WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· June 24, 2026
· 3 min read
(AP) - The U.S. is easing its restrictions on Iran’s World Cup team, allowing the squad to travel into the country two days before its next match, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security said Tuesday.The team will still be required to leave after Friday’s match in Seattle, a department spokesper...
Key takeaway Department of Homeland Security said Tuesday.
Why this matters in The Nashville
The US easing restrictions on Iran's World Cup team will have a direct impact on the upcoming match in Seattle, and Nashville residents traveling to the game should be aware of the changed circumstances. With the team now allowed to travel two days before the match, they will have more time to acclimate to the host city and recover from their previous games. This could potentially affect the team's performance, making for a more competitive match. Additionally, the policy change may also impact the number of Iranian fans able to attend the game, as some supporters may have been deterred by the initial travel restrictions. As the team prepares for their Thursday training at the University of Washington, Nashville soccer fans heading to Seattle can expect a more evenly matched game, and possibly a larger contingent of Iranian supporters in attendance.
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Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
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