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White House in talks over Iran travel restrictions
The White House is considering changing the strict travel restrictions Iran are facing at the 2026 World Cup.
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Dennis Eckert
Group GAFCStandard Liège
0
Caps
0
Goals
29
Age
January 9, 1997
182 cm
Height
Among Forwards at the 2026 World Cup
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Caps0%
Goals6%
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Caps, goals and club from official squad lists; photo, date of birth and height from FIFA. Official FIFA squad page · Squad data as of Jun 11, 2026