World Cup in the USA. Iran considers a boycott of the tournament. What will FIFA do?
Iran is contemplating a boycott of the upcoming World Cup due to the recent military attacks resulting in significant casualties, including the death of their spiritual leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Iran's participation in the upcoming World Cup, co-hosted by the USA, Canada, and Mexico, is under threat as the country evaluates its options following a series of military attacks that have resulted in the deaths of numerous civilians and prominent figures including Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. With its group stage matches set to be held in the United States, the Iranian football federation has expressed that the current geopolitical climate makes it difficult to approach the World Cup with optimism. The announcement by US President Donald Trump of continued military operations complicates the situation further.