Iran Seeks FIFA Guarantees for 2026 World Cup Participation
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Iran has formally requested assurances from FIFA that it will be allowed to compete in the 2026 World Cup, citing concerns over potential exclusion.
The Iranian Football Federation sent a letter to FIFA officials, demanding clear guarantees that the national team will be eligible to participate in the tournament scheduled for 2026.
The request follows growing uncertainty among Iranian football authorities about the country's future involvement in international competitions, though no specific reasons for the demand were disclosed in the letter.
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