Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum clarified on Monday that her country has ‘no issue’ with accommodating Iran’s World Cup team, following the relocation of their training base from the United States to Mexico.

The decision comes amid escalating tensions between Iran, the United States, and Israel, which launched a military conflict against Iran on February 28th.

The Iranian soccer team will maintain its group stage matches in the US but has shifted its base to Tijuana, just south of San Diego, California, as confirmed by FIFA.

This move was prompted by the reluctance of US authorities to allow the Iranian national team to stay overnight within American territory, according to Sheinbaum.

Upon inquiry from FIFA regarding an alternative location, Mexico volunteered its hospitality without hesitation.

Iran’s upcoming World Cup matches are set to take place in Inglewood, California against New Zealand on June 15th, Belgium on June 21st, and Egypt on June 26th, in Seattle.

Originally intended to establish their base in Tucson, Arizona, the team opted for Tijuana due to escalating geopolitical tensions and potential complications arising from US sanctions.

The World Cup, co-hosted by the US, Canada, and Mexico this year from June 11th to July 19th, sees teams utilizing base camps for training purposes.

While the Iranian federation secured approval from FIFA for their relocation, the Mexican government is currently working closely with FIFA to finalize all arrangements.

The possibility of such a move had been under consideration due to ongoing uncertainties surrounding the Middle Eastern conflict and related security concerns.

The US State Department issued a statement on Monday, affirming President Donald Trump’s invitation for Iran to participate in the World Cup but did not address specific accommodations.

Efforts are underway to resolve any logistical and diplomatic matters prior to the tournament.