Iran has warned FIFA of the possibility of withdrawing from the 2026 World Cup if Group G matches are not relocated from the United States to Mexico due to security concerns. The Iranian national team is scheduled to face Belgium, Egypt, and New Zealand, but authorities in Tehran have expressed serious doubts about holding the matches on American soil. Sports Minister Ahmad Donyamali stated that the possibility of the team playing in Los Angeles and Seattle is "very low," citing a lack of logistical guarantees and political tensions, including recent statements by Donald Trump. Despite requests and diplomatic pressure to move the matches, FIFA has not yet made a decision, emphasizing that it awaits developments and appropriate guarantees for the team's safety. According to current regulations, if Iran withdraws, its spot in the tournament could go to the United Arab Emirates, based on regional representation criteria.
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"We are not playing in the USA"/ Iran threatens again regarding participation in the World Cup, Italy is not the one that benefits.
Iran has warned FIFA of the possibility of withdrawing from the 2026 World Cup if Group G matches are not relocated from the United States to Mexico due to security concerns. The Iranian national team is scheduled to fac

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