Iran, World Cup
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With Donald Trump saying he doesn’t care if Iran participates, the country may be left with no choice but to pull out.
Will Iran compete? Will violence in Mexico flare up? And what about funding for host cities in the U.S.? With only 100 days left before it begins, the 2026 World Cup is facing a lot of uncertainty.
President Donald Trump was blunt when discussing the possibility of Iran missing the 2026 World Cup, saying he doesn't "really care" whether the Middle East country travels to the United States for the tournament.
The president of Iran’s soccer federation says he does not know if the national team can play World Cup matches in the United States following the surprise U.S. and Israeli bombardment of his country.
Iran are scheduled to play at the 2026 World Cup in just over 100 days' time. Here's what we know -- and what we don't -- about whether they will still take part.
U.S. Soccer CEO J.T. Batson has said he and FIFA president Gianni Infantino share the goal of having Iran participate at the 2026 World Cup.
Iraq uncertain about participationOriginally set to play a World Cup playoff on March 31 against the winner of the Bolivia vs. Suriname clash,