Iran Escapes from Belgium in Contentious World Cup Draw Amid Turbulent Journey
INGLEWOOD, Calif. — This
conflict bedeviled their preparations from the outset, forcing them to move from a planned base camp in Tucson, Arizona, to a temporary facility in Tijuana, Mexico. The ripple effect included multiple last-minute travel adjustments, shortened training sessions, and ongoing logistical hurdles that have plagued the team since their opening match against New Zealand.

