FIFA announced that it and the Iran Football Federation held positive talks regarding Iran's participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
FIFA officials, led by the FIFA Secretary General, held private talks yesterday with the President and Secretary General of the Iran Football Federation. This meeting marks the latest in a series of exchanges between the two parties regarding Iran's participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The talks were positive and constructive. FIFA and the Iran Football Federation reiterated their commitment to continued cooperation. Both parties will remain focused on resolving outstanding issues and ensuring that the Iranian national team can participate safely and smoothly throughout the tournament, under the best possible conditions.