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FIFA President Confirms Iran's World Cup Participation
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has confirmed that Iran will "for sure" participate in the upcoming World Cup. His statement addresses previous speculation regarding Iran's involvement amidst geopolitical tensions with the US.
16 Apr, 12:49 — 16 Apr, 15:20
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The IndependentMostly Factual5d ago
Gianni Infantino adamant Iran will play in World Cup despite war with US
Fifa president Gianni Infantino says Iran will come to the World Cup this summer
By Ap Correspondent
Read full article →YahooMostly Factual5d ago
Will Iran play in World Cup? FIFA boss now says team is 'coming for sure'
FIFA President Gianni Infantino says Iran will be at the 2026 World Cup despite concerns the team will pull out from the U.S.-hosted tournament amidst tensions caused by war between the countries.
Read full article →national-postMostly Factual6d ago
Upcoming World Cup will include Iran, assures FIFA president
Iran's request to move its matches from the U.S. to Mexico was denied by the the governing body
By AFP
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First report: national-post · 16 Apr, 12:49|Full coverage: 4 · 3h|Window: 3h
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