Iran says it's being treated unfairly. Its World Cup travel schedule isn't unique (opens original article in a new tab)

Iran's World Cup team says its travel schedule is unfair, but FIFA rules state that such arrangements are standard for teams in the tournament.

• Iran's World Cup team claims it is being treated unfairly due to travel restrictions, but the schedule aligns with FIFA guidelines.
• FIFA's 2026 World Cup regulations require teams to travel the day before matches and return after the game.
• Some teams, like the U.S. and Bosnia-Herzegovina, have longer travel distances but follow similar schedules.