Iran Captain Alireza Jahanbakhsh Praises Mexican Hospitality After Team Moves Base to Tijuana

Iran’s national football team shifted its FIFA World Cup 2026 training base from Arizona to Tijuana after U.S. travel restrictions complicated its original plans. Captain Alireza Jahanbakhsh thanked Mexican fans for the “incredible” welcome, saying the hospitality made the players feel at home. The team’s move coincided with a 0‑0 draw against Belgium in Los Angeles, where goalkeeper Alireza Beiranvand earned a Superior Player of the Match award. Iranian supporters in Mexico have created a supportive atmosphere for the squad, which currently sits second in Group G behind Egypt. Iran will travel to Seattle for its final group‑stage match against Egypt, keeping a place in the Round of 32 within reach.