Game TheoryFor Iran, the road to the 2026 World Cup is about more than football. From security fears to the weight of a nation at war, Team Melli faces many challenges. In an exclusive interview, Iranian footballer Mehdi Taremi speaks to Al Jazeera’s Samantha Johnson ahead of one of the most politically charged World Cups in recent history.Published On 4 Jun 20264 Jun 2026Click here to share on social mediashare-nodesSharegoogleAdd Al Jazeera on Googleinfo
