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Iranian Football Team Criticises Treatment at World Cup in United States
The Iranian national team and its head coach said the squad faced restrictions and visa complications at the tournament. France 24 reported the complaints this week.
Jun 17, 5:30 PM·1m read1 source
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The Iranian national football team publicly criticised its treatment in the United States during the World Cup this week. The team's head coach stated that the squad is being 'oppressed' at the tournament. U.S. Travel ban. The team has faced visa complications and logistical disruptions linked to the war in the Middle East.
France 24 journalist Sharon Gaffney interviewed Dr. Lindsay Krasnoff, Clinical Assistant Professor at NYU’s Tisch Institute for Global Sport, about the situation.
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