What happened: Jordan is set to make its World Cup debut, but military conflict and the US government may keep fans at home. Those wishing to travel with their team are calling for answers on visas from FIFA and the US.
Cross-source context: The Canary highlights the Football Association which administers football in Iraq has requested FIFA postpone the national men's team's World Cup 2026 playoff match, scheduled for March 31 in... Al Jazeera highlights fIFA World Cup: US war on Iran, Mexico violence, visa bans, Iraq qualifier SCMP highlights iran cannot take part in the 2026 World Cup after co-host the United States launched air strikes against the country alongside Israel, killing its leader Ayatollah... The US and Israel launched air strikes on Iran almost two weeks ago, killing the Islamic Republic’s supreme...
What to watch next: movement around frustrated, hurdles.