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Trump says he’s ‘okay’ with Iran playing at World Cup after Fifa chief’s confirmation

US president Donald Trump said on Thursday (30 April) that he’s “okay” with Iran participating in Fifa World Cup this year that the US is co-hosting with Canada and Mexico.

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Gianni Infantino scores own goal over Israel-Palestine handshake attempt

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Premier League drama-magnets ready to wrestle spotlight off Championship

In today’s Football Daily: Here comes the drama

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Donald Trump makes major World Cup 2026 u-turn

US president Donald Trump previously took a hardline view on Iran's national team

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Gianni Infantino’s attempt at forcing Israel-Palestine handshake backfires at Fifa Congress

Infantino called representatives from the Israel and Palestine football federations onto the stage at the Fifa Congress but Palestine’s Jibril Rajoub refused to stand next to his Israeli counterpart

The Independent UK

Infantino tells Fifa Congress Iran will play at World Cup in the US

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The Independent UK

Trump Laughs Off Iran Winning World Cup on US Soil: 'I'll Have to Worry About That'

President Trump has approved Iran's participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, reversing earlier statements amid ongoing US-Iran tensions. FIFA President Gianni Infantino influenced the decision.

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Gianni Infantino’s attempt at Israel-Palestine handshake backfires

Gianni Infantino made a failed attempt to orchestrate a handshake between Palestinian and Israeli delegates at Fifa’s congress in Vancouver

The Guardian - UK

Trump backs Iran’s participation at World Cup: ‘Let them play’

Iran’s place in the finals had been in doubt following air strikes launched by the US and Israel against the country

The Independent UK

FIFA Congress Takeaways: Infantino Reveals Re-Election Bid, Iran Assured for World Cup

FIFA president Gianni Infantino led an often tense meeting in Vancouver on Thursday.

Sports Illustrated

Gianni Infantino’s Palestine and Israel handshake attempt sparks clash at Fifa Congress

The Palestinian football federation’s president refused to stand alongside the Israel FA’s vice-president despite Gianni Infantino’s insistence

The Independent UK

Iran to play at World Cup as FIFA confirm matches will take place in US

Gianni Infantino insists Iran will compete as scheduled this summer following uncertainty caused by conflict

Evening Standard

Who is Gianni Infantino? Everything you need to know about the FIFA President

World Cup 2026 will be the latest in a succession of FIFA tournaments with more than a little baggage – but who is the governing body president behind them?

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Gianni Infantino affirms at the FIFA Congress that Iran will participate in the World Cup

FIFA President Gianni Infantino opened his address at the FIFA Congress by affirming that Iran will participate in the World Cup and that the team will play in the United States despite the conflict between the two nations

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Iran to play World Cup 2026 games in United States as planned, Fifa president Infantino says

His comments follow recent uncertainty stemming from the Iran war following US and Israeli airstrikes in the country on 28 February

The Guardian - UK

Gianni Infantino tells Fifa congress that Iran will play at World Cup in US as planned

Iran’s participation had been in doubt following US and Israeli attacks on the country that killed Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

The Guardian - US

Vancouver community groups plan protests during city’s hosting of Fifa Congress

Community groups have planned “multiple events” across Vancouver on Thursday to coincide with the Fifa Congress being held in the city

The Guardian - UK

The $13bn World Cup: how the numbers stack up on Fifa’s 2026 balance sheet

The earnings from the tournament in the US, Mexico and Canada will make it the most lucrative competition in the history of sport, even if some of the 48 competing countries say they are struggling to make ends meet

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Sports Illustrated

What Is the ‘Vinicius Jr Law’ Brought in for 2026 World Cup?

Ifab has approved a change to the game’s laws based on an incident featuring the Real Madrid star.

The Guardian - AU

Australia’s Jackson Irvine says Trump’s Fifa peace prize makes ‘mockery’ of football

St Pauli captain says decision undermines football as force for good, as he prepares for third World Cup with Socceroos

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Socceroo labels Trump FIFA Peace Prize a 'mockery'

Jackson Irvine has slammed FIFA's decision to award Donald Trump its Peace Prize as the US prepares to co-host the World Cup while at war with Iran.

Sports Illustrated

FIFA President’s Deluded Request for Pope-Like Treatment in Canada Fuels Ivory Tower Image

The FIFA President’s latest perplexing moment proves how far removed he is from the communities he seeks to serve at this summer’s 2026 World Cup.

The Guardian - US

World Cup 2026 players who cover mouths or leave pitch in protest may be red carded

Ifab also determined that players who leave the pitch in protest will see red

Sports Illustrated

Should Russia’s Expulsion From Global Soccer Be Revoked? FIFA Debates

The fate of the Russian Football Union may be decided this week.

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Iran World Cup 2026 warm-up friendlies cancelled as fresh doubt cast on tournament appearance

World Cup 2026 preparations continue but the participation of Iran is up in the air

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