Rubio Bans Iranians with Revolutionary Guard Ties from World Cup

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated on Tuesday that individuals with ties to Iran's Revolutionary Guard will not be allowed to enter the United States as part of the country's World Cup delegation. Iran's team is set to be based in Mexico during the tournament but will play matches in the US.

Rubio clarified during a House of Representatives hearing that the Iranian national team and their sports support staff are welcome. However, non-sports personnel linked to the Revolutionary Guard will be closely monitored and denied entry. esporist.org