Trumps says Iran can play at World Cup in US after FIFA confirmation
Summary
President Donald Trump said he is okay with Iran playing at the 2026 World Cup, which will take place in the US, Canada, and Mexico. FIFA confirmed that Iran will participate and play their games in the United States, despite recent political and diplomatic tensions.Key Facts
- President Trump said, “If Gianni [FIFA President Infantino] said it, I’m OK,” referring to Iran’s participation.
- FIFA President Gianni Infantino confirmed Iran will play in the 2026 World Cup as planned.
- The 2026 World Cup will be held in the US, Canada, and Mexico.
- Iran’s presence was uncertain due to rising US-Iran tensions after the war between the US and Israel against Iran began in February.
- Iran wanted to move their group games from the US to Mexico, but FIFA rejected this request.
- Iran’s soccer officials left a FIFA meeting in Canada early after a conflict with Canadian border officers.
- Canada labeled Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) a terrorist group and barred related individuals from entering.
- Iran’s national team will be based in Tucson, Arizona, and play against New Zealand, Belgium, and Egypt in Group G.
Read the Full Article
This is a fact-based summary from The Actual News. Click below to read the complete story directly from the original source.