FIFA President Confirms Iran Will Play 2026 World Cup In USA ‘For Sure’ Despite Tensions

FIFA President Confirms Iran Will Play 2026 World Cup In USA ‘For Sure’ Despite Tensions

Last Updated:April 16, 2026, 11:49 IST FIFA president Gianni Infantino confirms Iran will play at the 2026 World Cup in North America despite Middle East tensions, stressing sport should build bridges beyond politics US President Donald Trump joined by FIFA president Gianni Infantino (R) holds the World Cup Trophy (AFP) Gianni Infantino has reaffirmed that…

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From Star To Outcast? Iran Striker Expelled From National Team For ‘Disloyalty’ – Report

From Star To Outcast? Iran Striker Expelled From National Team For ‘Disloyalty’ – Report

Last Updated:March 20, 2026, 6:18 PM IST Iran striker Sardar Azmoun faces reported expulsion after a controversial post, adding to growing uncertainty around the nation’s 2026 World Cup participation. Iran striker Sardar Azmoun (AFP) If things weren’t already tense around Iranian football, they just got a lot messier. One of the country’s biggest stars, Sardar…

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Iran Hits Back At Donald Trump, Questions USMNT’s FIFA World Cup Eligibility

Iran Hits Back At Donald Trump, Questions USMNT’s FIFA World Cup Eligibility

Last Updated:March 14, 2026, 07:36 IST Iran questions USA’s place at FIFA World Cup after Trump’s warning. Iran insists they qualified early and cannot be barred. Iran men’s football team have qualified for 2026 FIFA World Cup (AP) The Iranian football federation has responded to American President Donald Trump’s ‘life and safety’ warning by questioning…

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