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SportsPublished: 15 June 2026 at 18:21

Iran football team arrives in US; arrival coincides with peace deal announcement

Iran's football team arrived in Los Angeles, USA, on Sunday for the first time at this World Cup, and a peace deal between the two nations was announced on the same day.

Foto: France 24

Iran's national football team arrived in the United States on Sunday, landing at Los Angeles International Airport for the first time during this World Cup tournament. Upon arrival, they held a press conference, and the event coincided with the announcement of a peace deal between Iran and the US.

The team made a short flight from Tijuana, Mexico, where they had been based at a training camp. They received a rousing sendoff from supporters before departing. On Monday, Iran will play their opening match against New Zealand at Los Angeles Stadium.

The arrival marks a significant moment both in sports and diplomacy, as the peace deal announcement raises hopes for improved relations between the two countries. The Iranian squad remains focused on the upcoming tournament, while global attention turns to both athletic achievements and diplomatic developments.

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