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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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Hossein Kanaanizadegan
Group GAFCPersepolis
65
Caps
6
Goals
32
Age
March 23, 1994
188 cm
Height
Among Defenders at the 2026 World Cup
Percentile rank vs 421 players in this position.
Caps88%
Goals94%
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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