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Iran cannot participate in World Cup, sports minister says

11 Mar, 06:14 — 12 Mar, 17:21
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BBCHigh8h ago

Sweden coach Potter extends contract to 2030

Sweden coach Graham Potter extends his contract until 2030, as the country targets World Cup qualification via play-offs.

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NYTMostly Factual1d ago

Trump Will Let Iran Play at 2026 World Cup in U.S., FIFA Chief Says

The head of soccer’s global governing body, Gianni Infantino, said that President Trump had assured him the Iranian team could play in this summer’s tournament despite the war in the Middle East.

By Tariq Panja

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The GuardianMostly Factual5h ago

Donald Trump says Iran should not play in World Cup for their ‘life and safety’

Participation is in question amid ongoing war Fifa’s Infantino said Trump assured Iran are welcome Donald Trump said Thursday that Iran should not participate in the upcoming World Cup in North America, just days after telling Fifa’s chief they would be welcome despite the Middle East war. “The Iran national soccer team is welcome to the World Cup, but I really don’t believe it is appropriate that they be there, for their own life and safety,” the US president said on his Truth Social platf...

By Agencies and Guardian sport

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NPRHigh1d ago

Iran's soccer team cannot participate in the FIFA World Cup, Iranian minister says

Iran is set to play three games in the U.S. this June. But amid the U.S.-Israel military campaign that has killed Iran's supreme leader, Iran's sports minister said the team would pull out.

By Becky Sullivan

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Al JazeeraMostly Factual1d ago

FIFA World Cup: US war on Iran, Mexico violence, visa bans, Iraq qualifier

The FIFA World Cup 2026 was billed as one of the easiest to organise, but challenges still lie in wait.

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helsingin-sanomat1d ago

Jalkapallo | Trump Fifan puheen­johtajalle: Iran tervetullut USA:n MM-kisoihin

Iranin osallistuminen on ollut epävarmaa sen jälkeen, kun Yhdysvallat ja Israel ovat tehneet sotilasiskuja maahan.

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faz1d ago

Fußball-WM 2026: Infantino: Trump sichert Iran WM-Teilnahme zu

Erst war es Donald Trump „egal“, ob Irans Nationalteam bei der Fußball-WM in den USA antritt, nun sei die Mannschaft „herzlich eingeladen“. Doch der Präsident des iranischen Verbandes hat große Bedenken.

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berlingske1d ago

Sportsminister udelukker Irans deltagelse ved VM

På grund af USA's krigshandlinger udelukker Ahmad Donyamali, at Iran skal deltage ved sommerens VM-slutrunde.

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telex1d ago

Az iráni sportminiszter kizárta, hogy Irán részt vegyen a foci-vb-n

Donald Trump a FIFA elnöke szerint biztosította Iránt, hogy válogatottjuk ott lehet a nyári világbajnokságon.

By Ignácz Péter

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vg1d ago

Infantino hevder Trump ga garanti: Iran er selvfølgelig velkommen til VM

Fifa-president Gianni Infantino sier Donald Trump har forsikret ham om at Irans fotballherrer er velkomne til VM til tross for krigen mot USA.

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die-presse1d ago

„Definitiv keine Möglichkeit“: Irans Sportminister schließt WM-Teilnahme aus

Irans Sportminister äußert sich nun deutlich zu einem Boykott der Fußball-WM in Nordamerika. Für US-Präsident Donald Trump ist das iranische Team weiterhin willkommen.

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index-hr5h ago

Trump: Iranska reprezentacija je dobrodošla na Svjetsko, ali bolje za njih da ne dođu

AMERIČKI predsjednik Donald Trump na svojoj je društvenoj mreži Truth Social objavio da je iranska nogomentna reprezentacija dobrodošla na Svjetsko prvenstvo, no da misli da je bolje da ne dođu.

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The IndependentMostly Factual11h ago

Mayor of Kansas City hopeful of Iran’s participation in World Cup: ‘All should be welcome’

The Iranian sports minister suggested his country would withdraw after the United States and Israel launched air strikes on Iran

By Richard Jolly

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politikenMostly Factual1d ago

Sportsminister udelukker Irans deltagelse ved VM

På grund af USA’s krigshandlinger udelukker Ahmad Donyamali, at Iran skal deltage ved sommerens VM-slutrunde.

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YahooMostly Factual3h ago

Raber ready to lead Israeli women hoopsters in key World Cup qualifiers

The veteran 29-year-old forward, who currently plays her club basketball in Greece with Olympiacos, spoke about national team pride, her international career and the future of women’s basketball. The Israel Women’s National Basketball Team will be in 2027 World Cup qualifying action this coming week with a trio of games as it looks to punch its ticket to the second stage of the competition.

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jutarnji-list5h ago

Trump: ‘Iranska reprezentacija je dobrodošla na SP, ali stvarno je bolje da tamo ne budu‘

Američki predsjednik Donald Trump izjavio je u četvrtak da je iranska nogometna reprezentacija dobrodošla sudjelovati na Svjetskom prvenstvu 2026., ali je rekao da smatra kako nije prikladno da budu tamo zbog vlastitih života i sigurnosti. "Iranska nogometna reprezentacija dobrodošla je na Svjetsko...

By redakcija@jutarnji.hr

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Times of IndiaMostly Factual14h ago

‘No better feeling’: Bumrah reveals what makes him happiest on the field

India pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah expressed immense joy in delivering under pressure, a mindset that fueled India's historic 2026 T20 World Cup triumph. His match-winning spell in the final, coupled with family presence and a sense of redemption at the Ahmedabad venue, made the victory deeply emotional and fulfilling for the spearhead.

By TOI SPORTS DESK

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indian-expressMostly Factual1d ago

Iran not to participate in FIFA World Cup 2026, says sports minister

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jerusalem-postMostly Factual3h ago

Raber ready to lead Israeli women hoopsters in key World Cup qualifiers - interview

The veteran 29-year-old forward, who currently plays her club basketball in Greece with Olympiacos, spoke about national team pride, her international career and the future of women’s basketball.

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sbs-newsMostly Factual19h ago

What will happen if Iran pulls out of the FIFA World Cup 2026?

If Iran pulls out of the FIFA World Cup 2026, a replacement may have to be found.

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cyprus-mail1d ago

Iran cannot participate in World Cup, sports minister says

Iran cannot participate in the 2026 World Cup after the United States killed their leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, sports minister Ahmad Donyamali said on Wednesday. “Considering that this corrupt regime (the U.S.) has assassinated our leader, under no circumstances can we participate in the World Cup,” the minister told state television.

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danas1d ago

Infantino: Tramp ponovio da je Iran dobrodošao na Svetsko prvenstvo u SAD

Međunarodna fudbalska federacija (FIFA) očekuje da će fudbalska reprezentacija Irana moći da doputuje u Sjedinjene Američke Države i učestvuje na Svetskom prvenstvu 2026. godine, uprkos ratu između dve zemlje.

By Nenad Radojevic

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klix-ba1d ago

Infantino: Trump mi je obećao da Iran može doći u SAD na Svjetsko prvenstvo

FIFA je u utorak navečer saopćila da očekuje kako će reprezentaciji Irana biti dozvoljen dolazak u Sjedinjene Američke Države i učešće na Svjetskom prvenstvu, uprkos ratu koji se vodi između dvije države, a koje počinje za otprilike tri mjeseca.

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channel-news-asiaMostly Factual5h ago

Trump says it is not appropriate Iranian soccer team be at World Cup

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express-tribuneMostly Factual21h ago

Iran World Cup withdrawal threat leaves FIFA pondering options

Iran says it would be impossible for Iran to take part after air attacks launched by the US and Israel

By Reuters

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Daily Star BDMixed14h ago

Iran World Cup withdrawal threat leaves FIFA pondering options - The Daily Star

Iran World Cup withdrawal threat leaves FIFA pondering options  The Daily Star

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star-malaysiaMixed20h ago

Football: Mexican GK Luis Angel Malagon ruled out of World Cup with Achilles tear - The Star

Football: Mexican GK Luis Angel Malagon ruled out of World Cup with Achilles tear  The Star

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geo-newsMostly Factual1d ago

Iran pulls out of 2026 FIFA World Cup despite Trump welcome - Geo News

Iran pulls out of 2026 FIFA World Cup despite Trump welcome  Geo News

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dhaka-tribuneMostly Factual1d ago

Iran cannot participate in World Cup, says sports minister - Dhaka Tribune

Iran cannot participate in World Cup, says sports minister  Dhaka Tribune

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punch-ngMostly Factual1d ago

Trump says Iran can ‘compete’ in World Cup — Infantino

FIFA President Gianni Infantino says Donald Trump confirmed Iran is welcome to compete in the World Cup in North America, despite regional conflicts. Read More: https://punchng.com/trump-says-iran-can-compete-in-world-cup-infantino/

By Punch Newspapers

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star-kenyaMixed1d ago

Iranian minister says country will not play in World Cup - the-star.co.ke

Iranian minister says country will not play in World Cup  the-star.co.ke

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vanguard-ngMixed1d ago

Iran won’t play at the World Cup — Sports Minister

Iran had been scheduled to face New Zealand and Belgium in Los Angeles on June 15 and 21 respectively, before taking on Egypt in Seattle on June 26 in the group stage of the tournament. The post Iran won’t play at the World Cup — Sports Minister appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Akinbayo Wahab

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graphic-ghanaMixed1d ago

Trump assures FIFA Iran can travel to US for 2026 World Cup - Graphic Online

Trump assures FIFA Iran can travel to US for 2026 World Cup  Graphic Online

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myjoyonlineMixed22h ago

Iranian minister says country will not play in World Cup

Iran are not in a position to participate in the 2026 World Cup, says the country's Minister of Sports and Youth Ahmad Donyamali.

By Abubakar Ibrahim

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morocco-world-newsMixed1d ago

Iran Sports Minister Says Country Will Not Participate in 2026 World Cup

Iran will not participate in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the country’s Sports and Youth Minister Ahmad Donyamali just announced today, citing the current geopolitical tensions as American and Israeli warplanes continue to pound Tehran and other major Iranian cities. The statement comes despite Iran having already qualified for the tournament, which will be hosted […] The post Iran Sports Minister Says Country Will Not Participate in 2026 World Cup appeared first on Morocco World News.

By Farah Ben Gamra

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senewebMixed22h ago

Donald Trump: "The Iranian team is welcome at the World Cup" - Seneweb

Donald Trump: "The Iranian team is welcome at the World Cup"  Seneweb

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actualite-cdMixed13h ago

Expert opinion: What adjustments for DR Congo ahead of the 2026 World Cup playoffs? - Foot Africa

Expert opinion: What adjustments for DR Congo ahead of the 2026 World Cup playoffs?  Foot Africa

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Coverage Timeline

First report: klix-ba · 11 Mar, 06:14Full coverage: All 37 sources within 1d 11hWindow: 1d 11h
klix-ba11 Mar, 06:14First to report

Infantino: Trump mi je obećao da Iran može doći u SAD na Svjetsko prvenstvo

helsingin-sanomat11 Mar, 06:51

Jalkapallo | Trump Fifan puheen­johtajalle: Iran tervetullut USA:n MM-kisoihin

faz11 Mar, 07:15

Fußball-WM 2026: Infantino: Trump sichert Iran WM-Teilnahme zu

punch-ng11 Mar, 07:45

Trump says Iran can ‘compete’ in World Cup — Infantino

vg11 Mar, 07:48

Infantino hevder Trump ga garanti: Iran er selvfølgelig velkommen til VM

2h later
danas11 Mar, 09:44

Infantino: Tramp ponovio da je Iran dobrodošao na Svetsko prvenstvo u SAD

die-presse11 Mar, 10:37

„Definitiv keine Möglichkeit“: Irans Sportminister schließt WM-Teilnahme aus

telex11 Mar, 10:58

Az iráni sportminiszter kizárta, hogy Irán részt vegyen a foci-vb-n

berlingske11 Mar, 11:20

Sportsminister udelukker Irans deltagelse ved VM

1h later
politiken11 Mar, 12:34

Sportsminister udelukker Irans deltagelse ved VM

NYT11 Mar, 12:37

Trump Will Let Iran Play at 2026 World Cup in U.S., FIFA Chief Says

cyprus-mail11 Mar, 13:11

Iran cannot participate in World Cup, sports minister says

graphic-ghana11 Mar, 13:16

Trump assures FIFA Iran can travel to US for 2026 World Cup - Graphic Online

dhaka-tribune11 Mar, 13:59

Iran cannot participate in World Cup, says sports minister - Dhaka Tribune

1h later
morocco-world-news11 Mar, 15:06

Iran Sports Minister Says Country Will Not Participate in 2026 World Cup

vanguard-ng11 Mar, 15:08

Iran won’t play at the World Cup — Sports Minister

indian-express11 Mar, 15:21

Iran not to participate in FIFA World Cup 2026, says sports minister

geo-news11 Mar, 16:07

Iran pulls out of 2026 FIFA World Cup despite Trump welcome - Geo News

1h later
Al Jazeera11 Mar, 17:22

FIFA World Cup: US war on Iran, Mexico violence, visa bans, Iraq qualifier

2h later
star-kenya11 Mar, 18:53

Iranian minister says country will not play in World Cup - the-star.co.ke

1h later
NPR11 Mar, 19:57

Iran's soccer team cannot participate in the FIFA World Cup, Iranian minister says

2h later
seneweb11 Mar, 22:27

Donald Trump: "The Iranian team is welcome at the World Cup" - Seneweb

myjoyonline11 Mar, 22:55

Iranian minister says country will not play in World Cup

1h later
express-tribune12 Mar, 00:00

Iran World Cup withdrawal threat leaves FIFA pondering options

star-malaysia12 Mar, 00:37

Football: Mexican GK Luis Angel Malagon ruled out of World Cup with Achilles tear - The Star

2h later
sbs-news12 Mar, 02:10

What will happen if Iran pulls out of the FIFA World Cup 2026?

4h later
Times of India12 Mar, 06:28

‘No better feeling’: Bumrah reveals what makes him happiest on the field

Daily Star BD12 Mar, 06:31

Iran World Cup withdrawal threat leaves FIFA pondering options - The Daily Star

2h later
actualite-cd12 Mar, 08:05

Expert opinion: What adjustments for DR Congo ahead of the 2026 World Cup playoffs? - Foot Africa

2h later
The Independent12 Mar, 10:11

Mayor of Kansas City hopeful of Iran’s participation in World Cup: ‘All should be welcome’

2h later
BBC12 Mar, 12:25

Sweden coach Potter extends contract to 2030

3h later
channel-news-asia12 Mar, 15:23

Trump says it is not appropriate Iranian soccer team be at World Cup

index-hr12 Mar, 15:30

Trump: Iranska reprezentacija je dobrodošla na Svjetsko, ali bolje za njih da ne dođu

The Guardian12 Mar, 15:48

Donald Trump says Iran should not play in World Cup for their ‘life and safety’

jutarnji-list12 Mar, 15:56

Trump: ‘Iranska reprezentacija je dobrodošla na SP, ali stvarno je bolje da tamo ne budu‘

1h later
Yahoo12 Mar, 17:21

Raber ready to lead Israeli women hoopsters in key World Cup qualifiers

jerusalem-post12 Mar, 17:21Latest update

Raber ready to lead Israeli women hoopsters in key World Cup qualifiers - interview