FIFA World Cup 2026: Iran refuses to play; Trump rolls out welcome mat anyway
Iran s sports minister declared the nation will not participate in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, citing the US "assassination" of their leader and recent "malicious actions. " This follows similar sentiments from the Iranian Football Federation president. FIFA s president had previously stated the Iranian team would be welcomed in the US, which is co hosting the tournament
Iran s sports minister declared the nation will not participate in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, citing the US "assassination" of their leader and recent "malicious actions. " This follows similar sentiments from the Iranian Football Federation president. FIFA s president had previously stated the Iranian team would be welcomed in the US, which is co hosting the tournament
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