03-08-2026, 10:45 PM
Iran qualified and is drawn in Group G with matches in US cities (e.g., Los Angeles, Seattle). But Iran's football federation president says participation is in doubt — "we cannot look forward to the World Cup with hope" after attacks. FIFA is "monitoring developments" and has contingency plans (possible replacement if Iran withdraws — unprecedented post-qualification).

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