Iran football team to stay in Mexico during FIFA World Cup
By The Hindu
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Claudia Sheinbaum has confirmed that Iran national football team will stay in Mexico during the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup after the United States reportedly did not want the squad based there throughout the tournament. The issue comes amid heightened geopolitical tensions following the recent conflict involving Iran, the U.S. and Israel, which had raised uncertainty over Iran’s participation in the tournament. #FIFAWorldCup #IranFootball #Mexico
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