Trump questions Iran's World Cup participation over safety concerns
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President Donald Trump said Iran should not participate in the 2026 World Cup in North America, citing life-and-safety concerns, a stance at odds with FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s assertion that Iran would be welcome; Iran’s sports minister rebutted, saying the regime is not safe to participate, even as the team is slated to play three group-stage matches in the United States.
- Trump says it is not ‘appropriate’ for Iran soccer team to be at World Cup Politico
- U.S. President Trump: Iran should skip World Cup 'for their safety' ESPN
- Iran's potential withdrawal from the 2026 World Cup explained: What are FIFA's options? CBS Sports
- Iran's soccer team cannot participate in the FIFA World Cup, Iranian minister says NPR
- Trump says Iran would risk ‘life and safety’ by participating in World Cup The New York Times
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