FIFA holds ‘positive’ talks with Iranian football officials on World Cup | World Cup 2026 News
FIFA Secretary-General Mattias Grafstrom met with Iran’s football chief, Mehdi Taj, in Istanbul, discussing operational matters and expressing confidence about the country's participation in the World Cup. Taj reported that FIFA offered solutions for each of Iran's concerns, including visa issues. Despite these discussions, details regarding specific arrangements were not disclosed by FIFA. The Iranian team is scheduled to travel to their US base in Tucson, Arizona, ahead of their June 15 match against New Zealand.
9 MAY 2026
— Al Jazeera
Iran says it will play at 2026 World Cup if hosts address ‘concerns’ | World Cup 2026 News
— BBC
Iran's Football Federation has announced its World Cup participation, but demands guarantees from FIFA and tournament hosts regarding visa access and team treatment.
17 MAY 2026
· THIS STORY — Al Jazeera
FIFA and Iranian football officials held positive talks in Istanbul, addressing operational matters and offering solutions to concerns, including visa issues.
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