Iran confirmed to play at World Cup according to FIFA chief Infantino

Iran's participation in the 2026 World Cup, cohosted by Canada, the United States, and Mexico, has been fraught due to visa restrictions and diplomatic tensions. FIFA President Gianni Infantino insists Iran will play World Cup matches in the United States, despite the country's absence from the FIFA Congress. Iran has qualified for the tournament but requested alternative venues for matches on US soil, which FIFA has rejected.