FIFA to meet Iran officials in Istanbul over World Cup participation in the US
FIFA is set to meet with Iranian officials in Istanbul regarding the national team's participation in the upcoming World Cup in the US. The meeting aims to address concerns about safe entry for the team amid existing restrictions from the US and Canada. This engagement highlights FIFA's commitment to ensuring all teams can compete without hindrance.
- ▪FIFA will meet Iranian officials in Istanbul to discuss World Cup participation.
- ▪The meeting aims to reassure Iran's national team about safe entry into the US.
- ▪Concerns have been raised due to restrictions imposed by the US and Canada.
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FIFA to meet Iran officials in Istanbul over World Cup participation in the USFIFA will meet Iranian officials in Istanbul to reassure Iran’s national team over World Cup participation, ensuring safe entry amid US and Canada restrictions.FIFA World Cup - Inter-Confederation Playoffs - Semi Final - New Caledonia v Jamaica - Estadio Guadalajara, Guadalajara, Mexico, A fan holds up the flag of Iran in the stands before the match. - March 26, 2026.(photo credit: REUTERS/Eloisa Sanchez)
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