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Iran's World Cup prep faces crisis over Azmoun and Washington
The head of the Iranian Football Federation announced unofficial reports suggesting the possibility of reuniting striker Sardar Azmoun with the national team for the 2026 World Cup, amid political and national demands. This comes after his exclusion from the preliminary list due to political reasons related to airstrikes that targeted Tehran. The Iranian vice president indicated efforts to facilitate the player's participation, as the Iranian team continues its preparations, which have included relocating their training camp to Mexico due to security restrictions and delays in visa issuance. There are also concerns about the complexity of legal procedures linked to the military backgrounds of some players.
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