FIFA Confirms Iran's World Cup Participation — Congress Decision April 30

After attending Iran's 5–0 win over Costa Rica in Antalya on March 31, FIFA President Infantino publicly confirmed: 'Iran will be at the World Cup.' Iran's Football Federation VP affirmed FIFA compliance. But Iran's Sports Minister had declared Iran 'under no circumstances' can participate. The FIFA Congress in Vancouver on April 30 is the next decision point for contingency planning if the conflict continues. Iran's Group G matches remain at US venues: vs New Zealand (LA, June 15), vs Belgium (LA, June 21), vs Egypt (Seattle, June 26).