“‘Mission Accomplished,’ Mr. Mullin,” Araghchi wrote.
“You also accomplished something else: proving to the world that you have no business hosting an international tournament,” he said, adding that Mullin’s conduct had been “a masterclass for how to squander the dignity that comes with being a host”.
A US media report that Araghchi shared cited Mullin telling reporters that he was relieved by Iran’s exit from the tournament, saying, “I’m just glad they’re done, and they’re not coming back,” and that he “might’ve sung a song or two or maybe even danced a happy dance”.
Iran was eliminated from the group stage following a 1-1 draw with Egypt.
Throughout the tournament, Iran’s delegation operated under strict US visa restrictions, with the team’s training base relocated from Arizona to Tijuana, Mexico and players required to leave the US immediately after each match.