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Iran Forced to Cut Training Short Before Crucial Belgium Match
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First reported by Walla · Jun 20, 2026
What happened
Iran will play Belgium in its second World Cup match after a 2-2 draw with New Zealand. Coach Amir Kalanawi says travel restrictions and FIFA’s handling of the team’s movements have disrupted training and angered the squad. The team hopes conditions will improve before its final match against Egypt.
- 01Iran plays Belgium on Sunday night after drawing 2-2 with New Zealand.
- 02The team trains in Mexico but plays in the United States.
- 03Coach Amir Kalanawi said FIFA did not honor a promised 24 hours in Los Angeles.
- 04Iran was forced to cut one final training session short.
- 05The squad hopes restrictions ease before the match against Egypt.
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