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Iran want World Cup games moved from U.S. to Mexico

Iran's embassy in Mexico on Tuesday said the country is negotiating with FIFA to move Iran's World Cup matches from the U.S. to Mexico.

Mar 17, 2026 · ESPN

Iran still set to play at World Cup - Asian Football Confederation chief

A leading football official in Asia said Iran are still set to play at the FIFA World Cup, which kicks off in June in the United States, Canada and Mexico.

Mar 16, 2026 · ESPN

Is Iran in or out of World Cup 2026? Iraq's playoff status?

The ongoing conflict in Iran and neighboring countries has put their participation in the 2026 World Cup in doubt, while Iraq's ability to get to the intercontinental playoff is also in doubt. Here's the latest we know.

Mar 11, 2026 · ESPN

Iran cannot compete at World Cup, Iranian sports minister says

Iran cannot participate in the 2026 World Cup following airstrikes against the country by the United States and Israel, the Iranian sports minister said Wednesday.

Mar 11, 2026 · ESPN

United States president Donald Trump says Iran 'welcome' at World Cup insists Gianni Infantino

United States president Donald Trump has assured FIFA that Iran are "welcome" to compete at this summer's World Cup, according to Gianni Infantino.

Mar 11, 2026 · ESPN