FIFA President Gianni Infantino stated that former US President Donald Trump assured Iran is "welcome to compete" in the World Cup. This comes amid heightened tensions following US and Israeli strikes on Iran and subsequent retaliation. Infantino met with Trump to discuss tournament preparations and received assurances for Iran's participation, co-hosted by the US, Mexico, and Canada.
Trump reiterated that the Iranian team is "of course, welcome to compete." He previously stated he "really don't care" if Iran participates. The tournament is scheduled to proceed despite global turmoil. FIFA's CEO emphasized the event's magnitude and the hope for all qualified teams to participate. Iran's national team is scheduled to play matches in Inglewood, California.