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Iran Football Team Challenges Trump's Safety Claims for 2026 World Cup Participation

Iran's national football team has publicly rejected U.S. President Trump's assertion that their participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup poses safety risks, emphasizing FIFA's authority over the event. This response comes in the wake of heightened tensions following U.S.-Israeli airstrikes that killed Iran's Supreme Leader, igniting a war declaration. The ongoing dispute raises concerns about the U.S. co-host's ability to secure all participants, potentially leading to Iran's exclusion from the tournament.