Could Iran and the US play each other at the World Cup?
Cape Verde’s national football team has arrived in the US ahead to take part in their first ever FIFA World Cup.
Iran's delegation will be based in Tijuana, Mexico, and will travel to the US for all three group stage matches.
Mexico says it has agreed to host Iran’s World Cup team after the US declined to allow the squad to stay.
Atletico Madrid midfielder Cardoso is the latest name in the growing list of injured players for tournament cohosts USA.