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Khalil Hamra
Iran's players work out during a training session, in Antalya, southern Turkey, June 2, 2026, ahead of the World Cup soccer tournament
Men’s football / 4 June 2026
Iran heads to World Cup amid ongoing conflict with primary host nation
4 June 2026

Players stress importance of unity and describe how war affects their preparations for the tournament