Haiti and Iran: Qualified for the 2026 World Cup, but with challenges for their fans
The 2026 FIFA World Cup, to be held in the United States, Mexico, and Canada, already has 42 qualified teams. Among them, Haiti and Iran stand out, who are preparing for the most important tournament in international football.
Despite the classification, fans of both nations could face obstacles in attending the matches. This is due to the current immigration restrictions in the United States.
The US presidential decree establishes exceptions for athletes and support staff participating in major sporting events such as the World Cup. However, current regulations could affect the ability of fans from Haiti and Iran to enter the country and support their teams.
The 2026 World Cup will mark a milestone in the history of the tournament, as it will feature the participation of 48 national teams. The group stage will be defined on December 5th in Washington D.C.
