FIFA President Gianni Infantino confirmed that Iran will participate in the 2026 World Cup, scheduled to be held in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. U.S. President Donald Trump expressed his support for Iran’s inclusion, stating he is “OK” with them playing. Tensions arose before the tournament due to an incident involving Iranian officials at the Canadian border, but Iran is set to compete in Group G against New Zealand, Belgium, and Egypt, starting with their match against New Zealand in Los Angeles on June 15.
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