The road to the 2026 FIFA World Cup has become about far more than just football for the Iran national team. From security fears to carrying the emotional weight of a nation at war, Team Melli has a lot to contend with. In an exclusive interview, Iranian footballer Mehdi Taremi speaks to Al Jazeera’s Samantha Johnson ahead of one of the most politically charged tournaments in modern World Cup history.
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