‘We boycott the US but not the World Cup’: Iran continues its preparation for the World Cup
Iran's national team is preparing for the 2026 World Cup despite ongoing political tensions with the United States, confirming training camps and friendly matches.
Iranian Football Federation President Excludes Participation in the 2026 World Cup
Mahdi Taj, President of the Iranian Football Federation, has stated that Iran's participation in the 2026 World Cup has become highly unlikely due to recent military escalations involving the U.S. and Israel.