FIFA rejects Iran’s request to relocate World Cup games amid US-Israel war
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FIFA rejected Iran’s request to relocate World Cup games from the U.S. due to the US-Israel war.
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This decision means Iran's national team will play in the U.S., potentially exposing players and fans to geopolitical tensions.
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FIFA rejected Iran’s request to relocate its World Cup games from the US, a decision confirmed by Mexican President Sheinbaum. Iran had repeatedly sought the relocation due to the ongoing US-Israel war, citing geopolitical tensions. This means Iran's national team will still play its scheduled matches in the United States as planned. The decision underscores FIFA's stance on maintaining the original tournament schedule despite external political conflicts.
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