Iran Football Federation President Comments on World Cup Participation

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. Meanwhile, Manchester United caretaker manager Michael Carrick anticipates a challenging away match against a resurgent Bournemouth on Friday as the team aims to secure a Champions League spot. Additionally, Galatasaray confirmed a double injury blow after their Champions League defeat to Liverpool, with Nigerian forward Victor Osimhen breaking his right arm and Dutch international Noa Lang set for thumb surgery.