Iran says 'fully prepared' for national football team’s participation in FIFA WC
Government spokesperson Fatemeh Mohajerani told state broadcaster IRIB that the Ministry of Sports and Youth has ensured all necessary arrangements for the team’s participation.
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Iran says it is fully prepared for its national football team's participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup co-hosted in the United States.
Government spokesperson Fatemeh Mohajerani told state broadcaster IRIB that the Ministry of Sports and Youth has ensured all necessary arrangements for the team's participation, reports Al Jazeera.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino said last week that Iran is expected to participate in the World Cup, set for 11 June to 19 July.
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US President Donald Trump said in March that while Iran's team would be welcome at the tournament, he questioned whether it would be appropriate for them to attend because of their "life and safety".
