Iran physio: 'Unfair things' are hampering squad at World Cup

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Iran's national football team physiotherapist cites unfair conditions affecting the squad at the North American FIFA World Cup, including long waits, limited physical recovery time, and psychological stress. Political tensions between Iran and the United States contributed to uncertainties over the team's participation.

Iran's squad have faced waiting around for hours, limited time for physical recovery and psychological stress at the World Cup in North America, the team physiotherapist has said. The war between Iran and the United States meant it was unclear for months if the team from the Islamic Republic would make it to the tournament.