Seattle, June 27 -- Following his side's 1-1 draw against Egypt, Iran head coach Amir Ghalenoei urged FIFA president Gianni Infantino to "stand up" to the USA, saying that their behaviour towards the Iranian team was "really terrible" and hurt them "physically and mentally".

Iran needed a win to guarantee qualification from Group G, but were held by Egypt in Seattle on Friday (Local Time). The Asian side must now wait for results elsewhere to determine whether they advance as one of the tournament's best third-placed teams.

Iran has faced logistical challenges throughout the tournament, with several members of their support staff unable to obtain visas, forcing the squad to operate without key personnel. Their problems with the US start...