Iran followers have a good time with their gamers after the Fifa World Cup 2026 Group G match towards Belgium, Los Angeles Stadium, Inglewood, California, US, June 21, 2026. — Reuters
INGLEWOOD: Iran left a message of their SoFi Stadium locker room on Sunday thanking Los Angeles for its hospitality through the World Cup and saying they’re leaving with dignity after a 0-0 draw with Belgium saved alive their hopes of reaching the knockout phases.
Los Angeles hosted each of Iran’s Group G matches to this point, with the workforce returning to their base in Tijuana, Mexico between video games.
Iran have spent the event primarily based in Tijuana commuting to the US for his or her matches due to restrictions surrounding their keep within the nation, whereas quite a few Iran’s workforce employees and officers have been banned.
US officers have mentioned the squad’s journey preparations would proceed to be assessed, whereas discussions over easing some restrictions have continued.
“From the ancient Persia of thousands of years ago to the civilised Iran of today, the spirit of Iran remains alive and steadfast,” learn the handwritten word, which was launched by Iran’s soccer federation.
“Thank you Los Angeles for your hospitality.
“We got here to Los Angeles with delight, competed with honour, and depart with dignity.”
The note also thanked Iranian supporters who gave their “coronary heart, voice and soul” for the workforce through the two matches and ended with a name for peace, respect and friendship amongst all nations.
Iran coach Amir Ghalenoei has repeatedly criticised the journey restrictions imposed on the facet, saying the workforce has confronted challenges no different facet have needed to endure.
Iran, who drew 2-2 with New Zealand of their opener at SoFi Stadium, play their last group match towards Egypt in Seattle.
