Iran's World Cup squad arrives in United States to protests as Spain and Belgium enter the tournament
Iran's national team landed in the United States on Sunday ahead of their match against New Zealand, with protests reported. Spain and Belgium are now also taking part in the 2026 tournament.
Iran's arrival and protests
Iran's football team touched down in the US on Sunday ahead of their group stage fixture against New Zealand. The Guardian reports that protests accompanied the team's arrival, though further details were not immediately available.
Spain and Belgium enter
Spain and Belgium have now entered the 2026 World Cup, the live blog notes, as the tournament continues across the three host nations. Matches took place on Sunday, with updates expected later today.
Host nations and ongoing coverage
The 2026 World Cup is being co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The Guardian's live blog provides rolling updates on breaking news, team movements, and tournament storylines.
