Iran team hit back at Trump over FIFA World Cup exclusion threat

Al JazeeraCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete by By AFPMarch 13, 2026 at 12:33 PM

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In March 2026, Iran responded to former U.S. President Donald Trump's suggestion that the Iranian national football team's "life and safety" would be at risk if they participated in the FIFA World Cup, co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Trump's comments followed a recent war and raised concerns about Iran's participation. The Iranian team asserted that no individual or country could exclude them from the World Cup, as qualification is determined by FIFA. They further stated that the U.S. should not co-host if it cannot guarantee the safety of participating teams. Trump later emphasized that the event would be safe for all players and spectators.

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Gianni Infantino 30% North Korea 30% China ×230% Real Madrid 30% Mexico ×250% Canada ×250% Iran National Football Team ×250% FIFA ×260% Donald Trump ×370% United States ×370% FIFA World Cup 2026 ×280% Iran ×990%

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fifa world cup 100% iran 90% donald trump 80% exclusion threat 70% team safety 70% co-host 60% security 50% middle east war 40%

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Iran

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