Iranian soccer officials have accused FIFA President Gianni Infantino of failing to secure necessary visas for federation members to attend the World Cup games in the United States. Mahdi Mohammad Nabi, Iran’s team supervisor, stated that promises of full access were not fulfilled, leaving 15 officials, including Nabi himself, unable to travel. This marks a continuation of visa difficulties for the Iranian team, as Nabi also faced challenges attending the 2018 and 2022 World Cups in Russia and Qatar. The Iranian federation expressed frustration over what they perceive as a lack of coordination from FIFA regarding the visa process. The denied visas prevent key personnel from supporting the team during their matches in the US. The situation raises questions about FIFA’s ability to navigate international travel restrictions for participating nations. Nabi communicated these concerns to Reuters from Mexico City.