New Delhi, June 19 -- Political tensions surrounding the 2026 FIFA World Cup have spilt onto the football pitch after Iran accused tournament organisers of imposing unfair travel restrictions on its national team.

The Iranian football federation will file a complaint with FIFA regarding the team's travel restrictions during the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup, according to reports. IFA has claimed the restrictions have disrupted the team's preparations ahead of its crucial group-stage clash against Belgium in Los Angeles.

Iran, whose base camp is in Tijuana, Mexico, had hoped to fly back to the United States two days before its next Group G fixture against Belgium in Los Angeles on Sunday.

The controversy over Iran's travel restrictions co...