Pakistan, May 26 -- Mexico will host Iran national football team during the upcoming FIFA World Cup after the United States reportedly refused overnight stays for the squad. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum confirmed the arrangement during a media briefing. The development highlights growing political and security sensitivities surrounding the tournament.

According to international media reports, FIFA approached Mexico after US authorities hesitated to allow the Iranian team to stay inside the country. Sheinbaum said Mexico had no reason to reject hosting the Iranian squad during the competition. Despite the accommodation issue, Iran's three group-stage matches will still take place in different American cities.

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