FIFA president Gianni Infantino has confirmed that Iran will participate in the 2026 World Cup despite its ongoing war with co-hosts the United States.
World football’s governing body has long maintained that it has no intention of altering the World Cup schedule that was set at the draw in December. Mexico and Canada will co-host the tournament with the U.S.
The World Cup, being hosted by the US, Mexico and Canada, gets under way on June 11, with Iran set to play their first Group G game against New Zealand in Los Angeles on June 15.
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Speaking at half-time of Iran’s friendly match against Costa Rica on Tuesday, Infantino also moved to quell concerns that Iran will not feature at the next edition of the World Cup at all.
“Iran will be at the World Cup.
“That’s why we’re here. We’re delighted because they’re a very, very strong team, I’m very happy.
“I’ve seen the team, I’ve spoken to the players and the coach, so everything is fine.”
