The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026: Only half training time, says Iran coach as he slams preparation restrictions before Belgium clash

Iran's football coach, Amir Ghalenoei, has voiced frustration over the challenging travel and preparation conditions for his team ahead of their World Cup match against Belgium. He highlighted inconsistent US entry policies that limited training time, contrasting it with Belgium's smoother arrangements. While acknowledging FIFA's efforts, Ghalenoei questioned why logistical improvements weren't applied earlier, impacting Iran's readiness despite smooth customs entry.