2026 FIFA World Cup
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FIFA Secretary General holds talks with Iran delegation
TEHRAN, Jun. 09 (MNA) – FIFA Secretary General Mattias Grafström and Iran Football Federation (FFIRI) President Mehdi Taj hold online talks after team touches down in Mexico.
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FFIRI denounces US to cancel ticket quota for 2026 World Cup
TEHRAN, Jun. 09 (MNA) – Strongly condemning the US officials' behavior ahead of prestigious sports event, Football Federation of the Islamic Republic of Iran (FFIRI) has lashed out at the US decision to cancel its ticket quota for 2026 World Cup.
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IRGC Aerospace cmdr.’s message to Iran Natl. Soccer Team
TEHRAN, May 14 (MNA) – Commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) Aerospace Force Brigadier General Seyyed Majid Mousavi has expressed good wishes for the national football team in the upcoming World Cup.
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Antonio Gagliardi parts company with Iran natl. football team
TEHRAN, May 13 (MNA) – Antonio Gagliardi has reportedly terminated his contract with the Iran national football team and will not be on the bench for Iran at the 2026 World Cup.
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Iran football chief refuses Canadian PM call after insulting
TEHRAN, May 04 (MNA) – Head of Iran’s Football Federation Mehdi Taj has rejected a request by Canadian officials to speak with Prime Minister Mark Carney after Iranian delegates were subjected to “insulting” treatment by border officers.
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No plan for Azzurri to replace Iran at 2026 World Cup: min.
TEHRAN, Apr. 24 (MNA)- Italian Sports Minister, Andrea Abodi, has described a proposal for his country to replace Iran at World Cup as “not appropriate”, rejecting any idea that Azzurri will be granted a last-minute berth at this summer’s tournament.
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By: Mohsen Pakaein
America: An unsuitable host for the World Cup
TEHRAN, Jan. 31 (MNA) – Growing concerns over public safety, political instability, and escalating unrest in the United States have triggered international debate over the country’s suitability as a World Cup host.