Iran, protests, human rights – all to know about the 76th FIFA Congress | Football News
The 76th FIFA Congress in Canada will be overshadowed by geopolitical tensions, human rights concerns, and logistical issues related to the upcoming World Cup. The Iranian delegation departed from Canada after citing mistreatment by immigration officials, while Amnesty International urged FIFA President Gianni Infantino to ensure human rights are protected at the tournament. The congress also saw protests from local fans in Vancouver against the potential relocation of the Vancouver Whitecaps soccer team to Las Vegas.
30 APR 2026
— Al Jazeera
Iranian football federation officials were prevented from attending the FIFA Congress in Vancouver due to alleged mistreatment by Canadian immigration officials.
· THIS STORY — Al Jazeera
The 76th FIFA Congress in Canada was disrupted by Iranian delegation departure due to immigration mistreatment and protests from local fans over the potential relocation of the Vancouver Whitecaps.
— Al Jazeera
FIFA President Gianni Infantino confirmed Iran's participation in the 2026 World Cup despite visa issues preventing Iranian officials from attending the FIFA Congress.
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