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March 19, 2026
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Iran 'boycotting' USA but not World Cup, says football federation president

Iran 'boycotting' USA but not World Cup, says football federation president

Iran will "boycott the United States" but "not the World Cup", Iranian football federation president Mehdi Taj said in a video released by the Iranian press agency Fars...

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Iran's football federation president Mehdi Taj stated that the country will "boycott the United States" but "not the World Cup," amidst uncertainty about their participation due to geopolitical tensions.

  • Iran is scheduled to play group matches in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
  • Iranian football federation president Mehdi Taj confirmed preparations for the World Cup while indicating a boycott of the US.
  • Mexico has offered to host Iran's matches if necessary.

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