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US President Donald Trump has not attended any World Cup matches despite the US team advancing to the knockout stage. His absence contrasts with past host leaders and his own presence at other major sports events, leading to speculation about his reasons.
Iran's national football team has historical and cultural connections to Belgium, including Iranian-Belgian players and coaching links. These ties add an intriguing layer to their FIFA World Cup encounters.
The White House is considering easing travel restrictions on Iran's World Cup team, which currently requires them to arrive a day before matches and leave the same day. The discussions focus on their third group match in Seattle, a longer flight from their base in Mexico.
Four members of Iran's World Cup delegation have won appeals against US visa rejections, but 11 remain barred. The team has moved its base to Mexico amid tensions. The US has revoked Iran's group-stage ticket allocation, citing security concerns.
