Iran Moves World Cup Base Camp To Mexico
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PHOENIX — Iran's Football Federation announced Saturday that the national team has moved its official World Cup training base from Tucson, Arizona, to Tijuana, Mexico, after the federation said FIFA approved the change. Mehdi Taj, federation president, issued the statement naming Tijuana as the new base; FIFA had not independently confirmed the move at the time of the announcement.
PHOENIX — Iran's Football Federation announced Saturday that the national team has moved its official World Cup training base from Tucson, Arizona, to Tijuana, Mexico, after the federation said FIFA approved the change. Mehdi Taj, federation president, issued the statement naming Tijuana as the new base; FIFA had not independently confirmed the move at the time of the announcement.
Local officials in Tucson said they had no comment Saturday, and FIFA's confirmation remained pending. The move, cited as prompted by security concerns related to conflict in the Middle East, shifts pre-tournament logistics ahead of the June 11–July 19 World Cup and may affect border arrangements, training schedules and accommodations for Team IR Iran.
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Timeline
- 1. Iran originally scheduled to train in Tucson, Arizona at Kino Sports Complex.
- 2. Discussions and meetings occurred with FIFA and World Cup officials in Istanbul regarding base approvals.
- 3. Iran Football Federation issued a statement on Saturday saying FIFA approved moving the base to Tijuana.
- 4. Local Tucson officials provided no comment following the announcement.
- 5. FIFA had not independently confirmed the federation's claim at the time of reporting.
Why it matters
The move of Iran's World Cup base camp to Mexico could affect border arrangements and travel plans. If you're planning to attend the World Cup, check your travel arrangements. Also, keep an eye on any changes in security measures.
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