Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum announced that Mexico will host Iran's soccer team for the upcoming FIFA World Cup after U.S. officials declined to do so. Iran's team will relocate its training base to Tijuana, Mexico, while still scheduled to play group-stage matches in the U.S.
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum expressed her support for hosting Iran's World Cup team, which has moved its training base to Mexico. She stated that she has no issues with this arrangement.
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum confirmed that Mexico will host the Iranian football team during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. She noted that the United States declined to host the team.
Mexico will host the Iranian football team during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, as announced by President Claudia Sheinbaum. She indicated that the United States opted not to host the team.