Iran ‘boycotting’ US, not World Cup: Federation chief
- Posted on March 19, 2026
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Iran ‘boycotting’ US, not World Cup: Federation chief
Iran's football team plans to participate in the World Cup but will boycott the United States. Talks are underway with FIFA to relocate matches from the US. Mexico has offered to host Iran's games. US President Donald Trump raised safety concerns for Iranian players. Iran's participation was in doubt due to the Middle East conflict.