U.S. authorities interrogated Iraqi international footballer for seven hours before his entry into the country

The arrival of the Iraqi national football team in the United States took an unexpected turn when striker Aymen Hussein found himself subjected to a lengthy interrogation by U.S. authorities at Chicago's airport. The 30-year-old player was detained for additional verification of his details, undergoing a process that lasted approximately seven hours.

While Hussein was being questioned, the other members of the Iraqi delegation proceeded through the standard immigration checks without issue. Despite efforts by the team's representatives to resolve the situation, Hussein was unable to immediately join the rest of the squad at their base. As of now, no official explanation has been provided by the American authorities for the extensive questioning.

Hussein is considered a key player for the Iraqi national team, known for his significant contributions and experience as a scorer. The Iraqi Football Association has remained silent on the matter, offering no official comment. Meanwhile, the team is continuing its preparations for its next friendly match in the United States.