Iran confirmed to play at World Cup according to FIFA chief Infantino
Summary
FIFA President Gianni Infantino confirmed that Iran will take part in the 2026 World Cup, which will be held in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Despite Iran’s football officials being blocked from attending a FIFA meeting in Canada due to concerns over ties to Iran’s Revolutionary Guard, FIFA insists the Iranian team will play their matches as planned.Key Facts
- Iran qualified for the 2026 World Cup, cohosted by the US, Canada, and Mexico.
- FIFA confirmed Iran will play their matches in the United States despite political tensions.
- Iranian officials were denied entry to Canada for a FIFA congress because of alleged links to Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), which Canada labels a terrorist group.
- FIFA rejected Iran’s request to change match venues away from the US.
- US officials said Iranian players can participate but those with IRGC links cannot enter the US.
- Canadian and US restrictions complicate Iran’s participation but FIFA wants to keep the tournament unified.
- Protests took place outside the FIFA event, with people demanding a change of government in Iran and opposing the IRGC.
- The 2026 World Cup will involve teams moving across borders, raising visa and diplomatic challenges for some nations.
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