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Trump Will Welcome Iranian Team At FIFA WC 2026: Infantino
American President Donald Trump: FIFA chief Gianni Infantino said on Wednesday that he met with American President Donald Trump, who assured him Iran are "welcome" to take part in the 2026 World Cup, which will be co-hosted by the U.S., Mexico and Canada from June 11 to July 19.
Iran are scheduled to play three matches in the US, but their participation has been in doubt amid an escalating regional war. Iran, grouped with Belgium, Egypt and New Zealand in Group G, will open the tournament against New Zealand on June 15 in Seattle, with further group games in Los Angeles and Atlanta.
In an Instagram post, Infantino said he and Trump discussed the status of preparations for the upcoming FIFA World Cup and also "spoke about the current situation in Iran"
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