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The secretary said no World Cup delegation demanded more attention from U.S. officials than Iran, alleging the country attempted to bring individuals with ties to the IRGC into the country.
The Iranian team was also only allowed to enter the U.S. a day before its games. The U.S. authorities later eased some restrictions, permitting Iran to travel two days before its
Austria and Algeria played out a thrilling 3-3 draw on Saturday, a result ​that perfectly suited both sides, sending them into the World Cup last 32 and ending Iran's hopes of reaching the knockout stage as one of the best ‌third-placed teams.
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How Scotland and Iran missed out on World Cup knockout stages - Scotland have missed out on the knockout stages of the 2026 World Cup
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