Iran claim they were forced to leave US minutes after World Cup opener (opens in new tab)

Iran have claimed they were forced out of the United States just minutes after their opener with New Zealand concluded, saying his team are the “most oppressed” at the World Cup. The team’s build-up to the finals has been profoundly impacted by the conflict between Iran and the United States. Coach Amir Ghalenoei welcomed the fans’ support, but said it had not been matched by those responsible for managing the team’s movements in what is believed to be a strong criticism of the US authorities.