Sheinbaum allows Iran team to stay in Mexico for World Cup
By The BriefBrief
President Claudia Sheinbaum said Mexico will let Iran’s squad base in Tijuana during the World Cup after the US declined.
WHO:Claudia Sheinbaum
WHAT:Mexico agreed to allow Iran’s national football team to stay in Mexico during the World Cup, moving its base to Tijuana while group matches remain in the US.
WHEN:May 25, 2026 at 8:02 PM ET
WHERE:Tijuana, Mexico
WHY:The US declined to host the Iran squad, and Mexico agreed to allow the team to stay in Mexico.
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