Gianni Infantino has officially confirmed that Iran will take part in World Cup 2026 in North America, putting an end to weeks of uncertainty. Speaking at an economic conference, the FIFA president made it clear that qualification remains the only decisive factor, stating, “Iran will come, that’s for sure… they qualified, the players want to play.” This announcement brings relief to fans and players of Team Melli ahead of the global tournament.
Despite ongoing geopolitical tensions, particularly with the United States, FIFA maintains its position on separating sport from politics. In the middle of the debate, Gianni Infantino emphasized this vision, declaring, “Sport should be separate from politics… we are the ones building bridges.”
His comments reflect FIFA’s commitment to ensuring that all qualified nations can compete, regardless of external circumstances.
Iran is set to play its group matches in the United States, facing New Zealand, Belgium, and Egypt. As preparations continue, attention will now turn to the sporting challenge ahead, with hopes that the tournament will unfold in a calmer context as confirmed by Gianni Infantino.
