Body found near Iran's World Cup training site in Mexico

A grim discovery has been made in Tijuana, Mexico, near the training facilities of Iran's national football team for the 2026 World Cup. A body, found in an advanced state of decomposition inside a vehicle, was located in the vicinity of the Caliente Stadium, where the team is preparing for the tournament.

Local authorities reported that the body was found in the trunk of a truck with California license plates. The vehicle had been abandoned in the parking lot of a supermarket directly opposite the sports complex. The discovery was prompted by reports from local residents who noticed a strong odor emanating from the vehicle, which had apparently been parked for several days.

The case has gained significant attention due to its proximity to one of Tijuana's most closely monitored locations during the World Cup. However, officials have stressed that there is currently no indication whatsoever to link this finding to the Iranian delegation or any activities related to the tournament. Iran chose Tijuana as its preparation base due to its closeness to the United States and the available sports facilities in the border city.

The Iranian team is scheduled to debut in the World Cup on Monday, June 15, facing New Zealand in Los Angeles. The discovery of the body, while unsettling, is being treated as a separate incident by authorities, with no direct connection to the sporting event established at this time.