Trump’s World Cup ‘safety’ warning sparks backlash as Iran questions USA’s credibility, FIFA stays mum
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[ad_1] FIFA remains missing as US President Donald Trump issues ‘safety’ warning to the Iranian football team ahead of the World Cup in the States and the Asian federation hits back at the politician. Iran football team has hit out at the United States of America (USA) President Donald Trump after the politician issued a […]
Trump tells Iran team to skip FIFA World Cup for ‘their own life and safety’
[ad_1] Iran’s flag is displayed on a screen during the draw for the 2026 FIFA Football World Cup. File | Photo Credit: AFP President Donald Trump suggested on Thursday (March 12, 2026) that Iran’s national soccer team should withdraw from the upcoming FIFA World Cup as a personal safety measure. Mr. Trump wrote on Truth […]
Iran says country can’t take part in FIFA World Cup 2026 because of U.S. attacks
[ad_1] Iran is scheduled to play in Inglewood, California, against New Zealand on June 15 and Belgium on June 21 before finishing group play against Egypt in Seattle on June 26. File | Photo Credit: Reuters Iran’s sports and youth minister said it’s “not possible” for the country to take part in the World Cup […]
Iran to skip FIFA World Cup 2026 after US attacks? Football federation chief responds
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[ad_1] The US and Israeli attacks on Iran have put the participation of the West Asian country in the FIFA World Cup 2026 in doubt. Iran’s football chief has now reacted to the matter. Iran’s participation in the FIFA World Cup 2026 has become uncertain after the United States and Israel launched an attack in […]