Iran confirmed for World Cup despite regional tensions
Gianni Infantino, president of FIFA, has confirmed that Iran will participate in the upcoming World Cup. He emphasized that Iran has qualified and the players are eager to compete, despite ongoing conflicts in the Middle East. The matches are scheduled to take place in the United States, with Iran's base set in Tucson, Arizona. Infantino reiterated that sports should remain separate from politics.
Match highlights
- Gianni Infantino stated that Iran will “for sure” take part in the 2026 World Cup.
- Iran is scheduled to play three Group G matches in the United States—two in Los Angeles and one in Seattle.
- Iran previously requested FIFA to move its matches from the United States to Mexico, but the request was denied.
- A fragile truce came into effect on April 8 after weeks of air strikes and reprisals in the region.
- The World Cup, featuring 48 teams, starts on June 11.
