Iran, FIFA World Cup and Trump

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Trump discourages Iranian soccer team from attending the World Cup, citing safety concerns
President Donald Trump stands on stage next to the FIFA World Cup after receiving the FIFA Peace Prize during the draw for the 2026 soccer World Cup at the Kennedy Center in Washington, Dec. 5, 2025.

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Trump Warns Iran National Soccer Team's 'Life and Safety' Could Be in Danger at World Cup 3 Months After Receiving FIFA Peace Prize
Iran's soccer team cannot participate in the FIFA World Cup, Iranian minister says
Trump says it is not appropriate for Iran to be in soccer World Cup
U.S. President Donald Trump said ‌on Thursday the Iranian men's national soccer team was welcome to participate in the 2026 World Cup but that he believed it was not appropriate that they be there "fo...

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Trump: Iran welcome but should stay away from World Cup for own safety
Exiled cricketer says Iranian women players face emotional toll amid refuge in Australia
Iran sports minister says his country cannot participate in World Cup due to conflict with US
The World Cup is now just three months away, and if Iran do formally withdraw, Fifa will be left with little time to find a replacement ahead of the 48-team tournament.

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Iranian footballer changes mind over asylum and reveals squad’s safe house
Iran player changes mind on asylum offer and returns home

What country will replace Iran after pulling out of the 2026 World Cup? Here’s what FIFA says

If a federation withdraws, it will face hefty fines and further sanctions. Its place would go to Asia. Iraq would be the likely candidate.

Congress, Iran compound problems for FIFA as World Cup 2026 nears

The World Cup has FIFA confronted by members of Congress concerned over pricing, Iran threatening to withdraw and Donald Trump saying Iranians are welcome.
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When does the World Cup start? Date, time, first match and opening ceremony for 2026 FIFA soccer finals

FIFA is ready to unveil its biggest World Cup ever as the 2026 competition ramps up towards a highly anticipated opening this coming summer.
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FIFA World Cup drama: What punishment does Iran risk if it withdraws from the 2026 tournament?

With less than three months remaining before the start of the 2026 World Cup, uncertainty has emerged around the participation of Iran. The tournament, set to be hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada, could face an unprecedented situation in ...