Mexico to Host Iran World Cup Team Base in Tijuana
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- Claudia Sheinbaum announced Mexico will host Iran’s World Cup team’s training base in Tijuana, stating she has “no issue” with the arrangement.
- FIFA relayed that the United States was reluctant to allow the Iranian team to stay overnight on US territory, prompting the relocation to Mexico.
- Iran’s national soccer team will still play its World Cup matches in the United States, including games in Inglewood, California and Seattle, Washington.
- U.S. State Department said President Donald Trump made clear the Iranian team is welcome to participate in the tournament, though it did not address accommodation details.
- Iranian soccer federation claimed it had received FIFA approval for the base‑camp move, though FIFA has not officially confirmed the change.
Why it matters: Mexico secures a high‑profile diplomatic win and potential tourism boost by hosting Iran’s World Cup base, while Iran avoids US restrictions; the arrangement helps keep the tournament on schedule amid regional conflict.
