Trump administration eases travel rules for Iran’s World Cup team

US Grants Iran Football Team Extra Day Before World Cup Match

The US government is softening its stance on the Iranian national team entering the United States before its third World Cup match, allowing the team to come into the country two days before its Friday game against Egypt.

Iran's squad has complained about the travel restrictions levied on the team

But the team will still be asked to depart for its home base in Tijuana, Mexico, after the match wraps up.