Iran's national team exited the United States immediately following their 2-2 Group G draw with New Zealand on 15 June, according to journalist Romain Molina. The early departure represented a change from the initial plan, which had called for an overnight stay in Los Angeles followed by a light training session before departure.
Iran's base camp is located in Mexico at the border with the United States. The expedited exit forced the squad to forgo additional recovery time in LA and travel directly to their Mexican facility, potentially affecting preparation for their next Group G fixture.
The move reflects the ongoing logistical and diplomatic complexities Iran faces at the tournament. Iran's squad operates under restrictions on movement between match days not imposed on other nations.
Iran's compressed travel schedule and reduced recovery time may affect physical conditioning for upcoming matches; backers should monitor any additional movement restrictions that could impact Group G odds.