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The Latest Breaking News from the World Cup

Iran Blasts Trump Over FIFA World Cup Safety Claims and Warns USA as Host Nation Could Be Excluded Instead

Iran rejects Trump's FIFA World Cup safety warning and insists no country can exclude it from the tournament, warning the US host nation could face scrutiny if teams cannot be guaranteed security.

International Business Times UK

Iran say USA should be banned from World Cup 2026 after Trump claims ‘not appropriate’ for them to play

The US president had previously stated that he didn’t think it was ‘appropriate’ that the Iranian team participated at the World Cup ‘for their own life and safety’

The Independent UK

Iran says no one can exclude it from World Cup after Trump warning

Iran says no one can exclude it from the World Cup later this year, in response to President Donald Trump's warning that their "life and safety" would be at risk in the US.

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Will Iran play at the 2026 World Cup? Explaining the state of play

US-Israel war with Iran has implications in the sports world, with a war of words involving Fifa leaving the team’s status unclear

The Guardian - US

World Cup 2026 broadcasters: The complete list of TV hosts in every country

World Cup 2026 broadcasters are still being announced, as the global game is beamed into every home and venue on the planet this summer

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Trump discourages Iranian soccer team from attending the World Cup, citing safety concerns

President Donald Trump says he doesn't think it'd be “appropriate” for the Iranian soccer team to attend this year's World Cup

The Independent UK

Donald Trump says Iran should not play in World Cup for their ‘life and safety’

Donald Trump said Iran’s team are welcome to the World Cup but that he does not believe it is appropriate they be there ‘for their own life and safety’

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Iran May Skip 2026 World Cup After Khamenei Killing—Trump Says 'I Really Don't Care'

Iran's 2026 FIFA World Cup participation is in doubt after its sports minister ruled out playing following the killing of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

International Business Times UK

In a move as tone-deaf as it gets, Trump’s World Cup welcome for Iran collapses after a blunt statement from the nation

Iran’s sports minister Ahmad Donyamali, has officially declared that the nation cannot participate in the upcoming FIFA World Cup after the United States killed its Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. This firm statement comes after weeks of escalating conflict and marks a definitive withdrawal from the global tournament.

The Mary Sue

Taking part in World Cup 'not possible', says Iranian sports minister

The Iranian sports and youth minister Ahmad Donyamali told state television that his country's football players would not be safe in the US, which will be one of the World Cup's host countries this summer.

Euronews

World Cup 2026: Every training base and hotel revealed

Where are the 48 World Cup 2026 teams staying and training across North America?

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Mexico National Team Star to Miss 2026 World Cup Following Serious Injury

Injuries continue to plague El Tri with the World Cup fast approaching.

Sports Illustrated

Iran’s sports minister says football team will not play at 2026 World Cup

Iran cannot participate in the 2026 World Cup after the US killed their leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the sports minister has said

The Guardian - UK

Infantino says Trump assured him Iran are welcome at World Cup

Iran are scheduled to play three matches in the United States

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Eddie Jones, AFL provide Socceroos' World Cup blueprint

Tony Popovic is seeking cross-code collaboration as the Socceroos head to the World Cup in the United States.

Euronews

Wizz Air plans to launch charter flights from the UK to the US for the World Cup

The airline expects strong interest from football teams participating in the World Cup.

AAP

Wallabies raid NRL ranks in pursuit of World Cup glory

Rugby Australia is making no secret of its intention to build the best possible Wallabies team for the 2027 World Cup - even if that means poaching the NRL.

Latin Times

Mexico Plans To Deploy 100,000 Security Forces To Ensure Calm During World Cup After Killing Of El Mencho

Mexico is set to deploy 100,000 security forces to ensure calm during the World Cup this summer after the killing of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as "El Mencho" and longtime leader of the Cartel Jalisco Nueva Generacion, the government said.

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The Guardian - UK

Iran could face possible Fifa tournament ban if they withdraw from World Cup

Fifa can take action against any nation who pull out of the World Cup, with regulations stating: ‘Sanctions may include exclusion from future competition’

The Guardian - UK

Iraq request World Cup playoff delay after rejecting Fifa plan for 25-hour road journey

Iraq has made a request to have the World Cup playoff game postponed after rejecting a proposal from Fifa the squad should make a 25-hour road journey to Turkey

AAP

Hockeyroos seal World Cup berth with tight win

The Hockeyroos are off to the World Cup after beating Ireland in the semi-final of their qualification tournament in Chile.

The Guardian - UK

The World Cup is no stranger to strife – but this summer’s finals already feel damaged

A hundred days from their first game, Iran’s prospects of playing in the US are fast fading as turbulent times once more affect the tournament

Latin Times

Mexican Officials Offer World Cup Reassurances Despite Cartel Violence And Killing Of El Mencho: 'We Are Prepared'

Mexican authorities insist the country is ready to host the World Cup despite a wave of cartel violence following the killing of Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, alias 'El Mencho', in February.

The Independent UK

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami feted by President Donald Trump at the White House for MLS Cup title

Lionel Messi and his Inter Miami teammates were honored by President Donald Trump at the White House on Thursday for winning last year’s MLS Cup

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Soccer Aid brings FIFA World Cup exclusive to West Ham United's London Stadium

This year’s edition of Soccer Aid will bring the World Cup to London before a ball is kicked this summer

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