2026 FIFA World Cup
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Trump booed during World Cup trophy presentation to Spain
TEHRAN, Jul. 20 (MNA) – US President Donald Trump was received with loud boos from sections of the crowd during the 2026 FIFA World Cup trophy presentation.
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Pezeshkian felicitates Spain on winning 2026 World Cup final
TEHRAN, Jul. 20 (MNA) – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has congratulated Spain on winning the FIFA World Cup 2026 title.
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Letter from Mideast: A shared Arab dream
TEHRAN, Jul. 12 (MNA) – For several unforgettable days, the Arab world seemed to be dreaming the same dream. From Cairo to Rabat, millions across the region followed Egypt and Morocco as they carried Arab hopes deep into knockout stages at World Cup.
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Ghalibaf lauds national soccer team performance in World Cup
TEHRAN, Jul. 01 (MNA) – The speaker of Iran’s Parliament has praised the national football team in a message addressed to the players, commending them for their resolve and unity during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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Iran slams US over World Cup conduct after team elimination
TEHRAN, Jul. 01 (MNA) – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has hit back at comments by US Secretary of Homeland Security Markwayne Mullin regarding Iran’s exit from the FIFA World Cup 2026.
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Iran's Team Melli draw 2-2 with New Zealand in World Cup 2026
TEHRAN, Jun. 16 (MNA) – Iran denied New Zealand a first FIFA World Cup win after twice coming from behind to draw their Group G opener at Los Angeles Stadium on Tuesday, June 16.
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Iran gear up for World Cup opener against New Zealand
TEHRAN, Jun. 13 (MNA) – Iran's national football team are putting the finishing touches on their preparations for the opening match of its 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign against New Zealand.
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Iran National Football Team move up one spot in FIFA rankings
TEHRAN, Jun. 13 (MNA) – Team Melli moved up one spot into top 20 as Asia's nine representatives get set to kick-off their challenge on the global stage. Japan remained unchanged at 18th. Korea Republic are Asia's 3rd highest ranked side at 25.
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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.