The report says Iran will complete further open training work in Tijuana before flying north for the official pre-match session and press conference. That leaves little time between the journey and the opener, making the final days at camp important for recovery, tactical clarity and maintaining concentration.
Iran’s first public session in Tijuana was described as a recovery workout after a game against a local under-21 side. The limited match detail available means the key takeaway is preparation rather than performance: the squad are using the camp to build rhythm while managing an unusual tournament backdrop.
The report says Iranian players will be permitted to enter the United States on the day before each of their three group matches. That clarification replaces earlier uncertainty over whether the team would need to cross the border only on matchdays.
The arrangement should provide a more predictable plan, but it still creates repeated travel demands during the group stage. Iran will return to Los Angeles for their meeting with Belgium on 21 June, before travelling to Seattle to face Egypt on 26 June.
The logistical questions have dominated Iran’s build-up, but the opening fixture offers the clearest test of their readiness. Facing New Zealand so soon after the move means the squad must ensure travel does not overshadow their tactical preparation.
The next storyline will be whether Iran can turn a disrupted camp into a composed start. Their arrival in Los Angeles, the final training session and the official press conference should provide the first clear signs of how settled the team feels before the tournament begins.