Iran insists it cannot be excluded from World Cup after Trump’s warning
The Iranian national football team has responded strongly to comments from President Donald Trump suggesting their participation in the World Cup could be unsafe. The team emphasized that only FIFA has the authority to decide on their inclusion in the tournament. Trump had raised concerns about the safety of Iranian players if they competed in the United States. The ongoing Middle East conflict has cast uncertainty over Iran’s involvement in the event.
Match highlights
- Iran stated that no one has the power to exclude them from the World Cup except FIFA.
- The team criticized the United States, saying it should not co-host if it cannot ensure the safety of all participants.
- President Donald Trump expressed doubts about Iran’s participation due to safety concerns but later assured that the event would be secure.
- The war, triggered by US-Israeli strikes, has raised questions about Iran’s ability to compete in the tournament.
- Trump highlighted high ticket sales and reiterated the US’s readiness to host the World Cup.
