Iran to compete at FIFA World Cup 2026, confirm Donald Trump & Gianni Infantino
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The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off on Thursday, June 11, 2026!
On his Instagram, FIFA President Gianni Infantino, while talking about the upcoming FIFA World Cup in USA, has given a major update on the participation of the Iran national football team.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino:
“This evening, I met with the President of the United States, Donald J. Trump to discuss the status of preparations for the upcoming FIFA World Cup, and the growing excitement as we are set to kick off in just 93 days.”
“We also spoke about the current situation in Iran, and the fact that the Iranian team has qualified to participate in the FIFA World Cup 2026. During the discussions, President Trump reiterated that the Iranian team is, of course, welcome to compete in the tournament in the United States.”
“We all need an event like the FIFA World Cup to bring people together now more than ever, and I sincerely thank the President of the United States for his support, as it shows once again that Football Unites the World.”
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