Iran seeks visa guarantees and security assurances for World Cup participation
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Iran says it will participate in the 2026 World Cup in North America but is requesting guarantees from FIFA and the hosts (USA, Canada, Mexico) including visas for all players and staff (including those who served in the IRGC), enhanced security, and assurances that the Iranian flag and national anthem will be respected; FIFA has stated Iran will participate to unite, and tensions surfaced after Iran’s federation chief was denied entry to Canada for a congress.
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